1.45 Ct. Ruby from Burma (Myanmar)

From the earth to your hand this ruby begins its story deep within the legendary ruby fields of Burma Myanmar, a land that has produced some of the most coveted red gems in history. Born where shifting geological forces concentrated chromium rich minerals into dense crystallized pockets, this stone was extracted with the patience and care that the Mogok valley traditions demand. Once unearthed the rough exhibited a promise of pure color and transparent character, qualities that drew it to experienced cutters and to the laboratory of C.Dunaigre where its identity and quality were confirmed. At The Natural Ruby Company we honor that origin by recording provenance and certification, and by guiding each gem through a process of respectful enhancement and expert cutting designed to reveal its truest light.

This particular specimen is a transparent vivid red Pigeons Blood ruby, C.Dunaigre certified, weighing 1.45 carat, with dimensions of 7.85 x 5.37 x 3.93 mm. It has been fashioned into a graceful oval with a mixed brilliant cut, combining a faceting scheme that maximizes both depth of color and scintillation. The clarity has been evaluated as very slightly included at eye level, meaning that the inclusions are minimal and do not interrupt the stones visual intensity, while the polish has been executed to an excellent standard. The stone has undergone standard heat treatment, a common and accepted practice that deepens color and improves transparency while maintaining natural origin. Held in daylight the ruby emits the classic strong red that has defined Burmese stones for centuries, and under lamp light its internal facets flash with lively brilliance, a testament to the cutters care in balancing color saturation with light return.

In the long narrative of famous gemstones this ruby invites comparison to the historic Burmese rubies that have adorned crowns and royal jewels, and to the record breaking stones that have captured global attention at auction. It is smaller than monumental examples such as the famed Sunrise Ruby, yet it shares the essential quality that made those gems legendary, the intense pigeon red that is at once pure and alive. Unlike larger museum pieces which are often prized primarily for scale and rarity, this stone offers a rare convergence of vivid color and practical size, a wearable jewel that carries the same genetic signature of the Mogok region. Where some famous rubies are treasured by institutions for their history, this ruby is tailored for daily wear and private enjoyment, bringing a provenance inspired by royal legacy into an intimate, personal context.

What makes this ruby unique in the market is the way it balances historical prestige with contemporary desirability, offering a vivid Pigeons Blood hue, solid transparency, and an expert mixed brilliant cut at a charming 1.45 carat weight. For the collector who values certification the C.Dunaigre report provides impartial confirmation of origin and treatment, and for the wearer the oval shape and excellent polish make setting choices effortless, whether in a classic solitaire ring, a refined pendant, or a bespoke design. The Natural Ruby Company stands behind this gem with both the story of its Burmese origin and the technical details that assure quality, and we welcome conversations about settings, appraisal documentation, and secure delivery. This ruby is not merely a stone, it is a continuation of a storied lineage, a piece that echoes the grandeur of historic jewels while remaining perfectly suited to be worn and loved today.