1.26 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

This exceptional natural ruby from The Natural Ruby Company is the perfect addition to a high end gemstone collection, offering a rare combination of color purity, clarity, and certified provenance. This stone is GIA certified, 1.26 carat, cushion shape, with dimensions of 6.98 x 6.92 x 2.92 mm, and it features a mixed brilliant cut that balances scintillation with color saturation. Transparent and eye clean at typical viewing distances, this ruby presents a vivid color intensity that reads as true red to the eye, and its excellent polish delivers strong light return and lively sparkle. The stone is heat treated, the most accepted and stable enhancement in the trade, and it originates from Mozambique, a source that has become increasingly prized for richly colored rubies that offer exceptional value relative to older sources.

When compared to other market options, this Mozambique ruby stands out for delivering the visual impact collectors seek without the premium that historical sources command. Burmese rubies are famous for their historical prestige and sometimes unmatched pigeon blood hues, however truly clean, vividly colored Burmese stones are exceptionally rare and command steep premiums. Cambodian and Thai rubies often show darker tones or more brown overtones at similar sizes, while lower grade stones may require more aggressive treatments such as glass filling to achieve a desirable face up appearance. In contrast, this GIA certified natural ruby from Mozambique offers vivid color and eye clean clarity with only standard heat treatment, preserving both the integrity of the stone and long term value. Compared to lab grown alternatives, a natural, GIA certified ruby carries greater rarity and established resale potential, making it a more compelling long term holding for a discerning collector.

The mixed brilliant cushion cut of this ruby is a thoughtful choice for collectors who appreciate both fire and color. The cushion outline softens the intense red while the mixed brilliant faceting pattern creates numerous small flashes of light that animate the surface without diluting the stone s saturation. At 6.98 x 6.92 x 2.92 mm the proportions are ideal for a showpiece ring, an elegant pendant, or a bespoke brooch, delivering a strong face up presence without overwhelming a fine setting. Eye clean clarity ensures that the color reads evenly across the table, and excellent polish enhances gemlight interplay, resulting in a lively and luxurious appearance. The images provided demonstrate how the ruby sits within a setting on the hand, where its vivid crimson tone provides striking contrast against skin and metal alike, and where its transparency allows the true depth of color to be appreciated from many viewing angles.

For collectors seeking to elevate a high end collection, this ruby offers a compelling mix of beauty, documentation, and market sensibility. The GIA certification provides trusted verification of natural origin and the stated parameters, reinforcing confidence in provenance and quality. The Mozambique origin gives access to a modern source known for vibrant hues and increasing collector interest, and the standard heat treatment applied enhances color in a way that is stable and accepted across the trade. Whether paired with a halo of modern brilliant cut diamonds for maximum brilliance, set in a classic platinum solitaire for museum style presentation, or incorporated into a bespoke pairing with sapphires for a color contrast that highlights the red, this 1.26 carat cushion ruby will perform as a focal point in any high end collection. For authenticity, detailed documentation, and personalized assistance in sourcing the ideal mounting, collectors are invited to discuss options with The Natural Ruby Company, where our expertise in fine rubies ensures that each acquisition complements and elevates a discerning portfolio.