1.60 Ct. Star Ruby from Mozambique

You are looking at a rare and arresting star ruby offered by The Natural Ruby Company, a gem that commands attention with its pinkish red hue and classic cabochon silhouette, this one weighs 1.60 carat and measures 7.69 x 6.01 x 2.98 mm, the oval shape is balanced and elegant, the semi translucent body allows light to interact with the internal structure producing a lively display, the star is well centered and moves smoothly across the dome when the gem is tilted under a single light source, this is the kind of stone that feels alive in the hand and becomes a focal point whether set into a pendant, ring, or bespoke piece.

From a technical standpoint this star ruby presents with several features that serious collectors and fine jewelry designers will appreciate, the cut is a traditional cabochon, created to reveal and enhance the asterism caused by aligned needle like inclusions, the clarity is graded slightly included when viewed at eye level, which is typical and in fact desirable for strong star phenomena, the color intensity is intense, the tone sits in a beautiful pinkish red range that reads vivid in daylight and under warm light, polish is excellent and the smooth dome allows the six ray star to show with crisp rays and good contrast, there has been no enhancement to this ruby, it is natural and untreated, the absence of heat or diffusion treatments preserves originality and often increases desirability among connoisseurs.

The origin of this gem is Mozambique, a region that has become well respected for producing rubies with attractive color and well developed silk that can produce clear asterism, Mozambican star rubies carry a contemporary appeal and are increasingly sought after for their combination of color, transparency and structural features, our appraisal notes the presence of fine rutile needles that align to create the star, the light forwarding qualities and semi translucent body allow the star to be prominent without sacrificing color, paired with a well executed cabochon these characteristics make the piece versatile for designers who want a statement gem or for collectors who prize natural phenomena in gemstones, because this ruby is untreated and of natural origin from Mozambique it represents a responsible choice for buyers who value provenance and authenticity.

At The Natural Ruby Company we take pride in presenting gemstones that are carefully selected and honestly described, this 1.60 carat oval star ruby with dimensions 7.69 x 6.01 x 2.98 mm is ready to be set into a meaningful heirloom, for daily wear a protective bezel or low profile setting will help preserve the dome and guard the gem against impact, avoid harsh chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners, clean gently with warm soapy water and a soft brush or cloth, we can provide optional certification and photography for your records, our team can also consult on custom settings, matching pairs, or creating a design that showcases the star to its best advantage, please contact The Natural Ruby Company to request additional high resolution images under multiple light sources, to discuss mounting options, or to arrange private viewings and secure shipping, we are committed to transparent communication and will share all known details about treatment status, origin, and the gemological observations that support our description.