1.11 Ct. Ruby from Burma (Myanmar)

If you have been searching for the perfect center stone to finish an engagement ring, or a rare, investment-quality gem to elevate a collector’s cabinet, this 1.11 carat cushion shape ruby answers that search precisely. At 7.17 x 5.24 x 3.32 mm, its proportions are ideal for a timeless solitaire or a halo setting that enhances size and brilliance without overpowering the finger. The mixed brilliant cut was chosen to marry the cushion silhouette with maximum scintillation, and the excellent polish ensures every facet returns light with crisp, lively sparkle. This ruby presents a beautiful pinkish red hue with vivid color intensity that appears rich and saturated in natural light, and it is transparent with a clarity grade of very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, meaning it looks clean and vibrant to the naked eye while retaining the distinct character natural rubies possess. Sourced from Burma, known historically for producing some of the most sought-after rubies in the world, this gem has been heat treated, a well-established and fully disclosed enhancement that refines color and clarity while preserving the stone’s natural provenance and structure.

Choosing a natural Burmese ruby from The Natural Ruby Company offers qualities lab-grown rubies cannot truly replicate. Lab-grown stones are consistent and can be a cost-effective alternative, but they lack the geological story that makes natural gems meaningful and rare. Natural rubies form over millions of years under unique conditions that give each stone its own fingerprint of inclusions, color zoning, and optical complexity. Those internal features are not flaws to a connoisseur, they are proof of origin and individuality, and they contribute to the living depth of color that a synthetic process struggles to emulate. Collectors and buyers seeking long-term value often favor natural stones because rarity and provenance underpin market appreciation. A Burmese ruby carries centuries of prestige and recognition among gem connoisseurs, and even when heat treated, the enhancement is standard industry practice designed to reveal the stone’s best characteristics while maintaining its natural identity. Lab-grown stones may be predictably pure, but the emotional resonance, investment potential, and unique visual personality of a natural ruby remain unmatched, especially when you want a meaningful symbol for an engagement or a centerpiece for a curated collection.

Practical considerations matter when turning admiration into ownership, and this ruby performs on every level. With a Mohs hardness of 9, ruby is exceptionally well suited for daily wear in engagement settings, resisting scratches and maintaining polish over time, and the mixed brilliant cut combined with excellent polish maximizes light return so the stone reads larger and more lively on the hand. The dimensions 7.17 x 5.24 x 3.32 mm make it straightforward to set in classic four-prong, bezel, or halo designs, and its transparent body with very slightly included clarity offers a clean face-up appearance under normal viewing conditions. At The Natural Ruby Company we stand behind transparent disclosure: the stone’s Burmese origin and heat treatment are stated upfront because we believe your confidence in provenance and treatment history is part of the purchase, not an afterthought. If you want a unique, emotionally resonant gem that carries natural rarity, living color, and collector appeal, this pinkish red cushion ruby is an exceptional solution to end your search. Contact us for additional photos, lighting views, or to discuss custom settings so we can help you bring this remarkable natural ruby into the perfect piece for your life or collection.