1.61 Ct. Ruby from Burma (Myanmar)

This AGL certified, transparent red ruby offers a precise combination of attributes that will appeal to connoisseurs and careful buyers. The stone weighs 1.61 carat and is fashioned in an oval shape, with measurements of 6.77 by 5.73 by 4.87 mm. The cut is a mixed brilliant cut, and the finish shows excellent polish. Clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, and the color is classified by the laboratory as red with vivid color intensity. The report confirms that there has been no enhancement, and the origin is documented as Burma, Myanmar. These objective specifications present a clear, factual picture of the gem, and the supporting AGL documentation is provided by The Natural Ruby Company to verify authenticity and provenance.

The mixed brilliant cut employed in this ruby is intended to balance optical performance with preservation of weight and color. The brilliance of the crown facets contributes to lively light return, while the pavilion configuration helps to preserve saturation and depth of color. The oval outline is efficient in yielding visual size relative to carat weight, and the proportions recorded in the measurements support a pleasing table and depth relationship for this gem. The excellent polish contributes to surface condition and visual clarity, allowing the vivid red color to appear clean and unfettered by external blemishes. The clarity description of very slightly included indicates minor natural features that do not detract from overall transparency when viewed with the unaided eye, and these internal characteristics are consistent with natural origin and untreated status.

Owning a documented, untreated Burmese ruby such as this is an investment in aesthetic quality and in the craftsmanship that refines a raw gem into a finished jewel. From a connoisseurship perspective, provenance and laboratory confirmation increase confidence in the material, and untreated stones with vivid color from historically significant localities command steady interest among collectors. The rarity of larger, transparent, untreated rubies with vivid color and clean appearance contributes to their desirability. The AGL certificate plays a practical role in establishing the stone for appraisal purposes, for insurance documentation, and for future transferability. While market conditions vary and no specific financial return can be guaranteed, the combination of natural origin, verified untreated condition, and superior finishing places this ruby in a class of material that is recognized for its enduring aesthetic value.

Careful selection of setting and design will preserve both the beauty and the workmanship invested in this gemstone. The corundum species to which ruby belongs is second only to diamond in hardness, which supports daily wear when set with appropriate protection, and the excellent polish and well executed cut make the gem suitable for close bezel, prong, or custom artisan settings that emphasize color retention. The Natural Ruby Company stands ready to advise on mounting choices that complement the oval outline and mixed brilliant facet arrangement, and documentation will accompany the gem to support long term stewardship. For buyers seeking an object that combines natural beauty, documented origin, and the tangible results of skilled lapidary work, this 1.61 carat AGL certified Burmese ruby represents an investment in beauty and craftsmanship that is intended to be enjoyed and passed forward.