1.61 Ct. Cabochon Ruby from Mozambique

Introducing a rare and elegant pear shaped pinkish red ruby from Mozambique, featured by The Natural Ruby Company, this translucent gem weighs 1.61 carats, and measures 8.93 by 5.32 by 3.52 millimeters, it is cut as a cabochon to emphasize its vivid color and internal depth, clarity is graded as slightly included when viewed at eye level, the polish is excellent, and the stone has been heat treated which is a common and stable enhancement that improves color and clarity while preserving the natural origin and character of the ruby. This piece presents a rich, saturated pinkish red hue with lively color intensity, the cabochon dome creates a soft, glowing appearance that reads differently under varied lighting, overall the stone balances presence and wearability, and it is an excellent choice for collectors or designers seeking a striking natural ruby with personality and provenance.

Visually this cabochon ruby displays an even and vivid saturation that is especially attractive for settings that celebrate color, the dome of the cabochon allows light to travel across the surface producing a warm, internal glow that enhances the pink tones while retaining the classic red vibrancy associated with fine rubies, the slightly included clarity grade gives the stone authenticity and character, small natural inclusions are visible at eye level but do not detract from the overall allure, instead they speak to a natural origin and contribute to a unique fingerprint that no synthetic or heavily treated stone can reproduce. The excellent polish amplifies surface luster, providing high sheen and smooth feel, the cabochon cut was chosen to showcase color and translucency rather than sparkle, which makes this ruby ideal for expressive designs that favor color over faceted brilliance.

For jewelry applications this 1.61 carat pear shape cabochon adapts beautifully to a variety of settings, consider a simple bezel set pendant that allows the rich color to be front and center, a protective bezel will also shield the cabochon from everyday wear and preserve its polish, an elegant drop pendant will showcase the teardrop silhouette, or a cocktail ring with a low profile bezel will offer both comfort and security while highlighting the stone, for a refined contrast pair this ruby with small white diamond accents or with subtle rose gold to warm the pink tones and enhance the overall romantic aesthetic. Designers and custom clients often choose to set cabochons within vintage inspired mounts or modern minimalist frames, this gem responds well to both approaches, it is recommended to secure the stone in a setting that cradles the cabochon fully to prevent knocking and to maintain the stone profile under regular use.

Care and provenance notes for this Mozambique ruby are straightforward and practical, heat treatment is disclosed and is a stable enhancement that does not require special long term precautions beyond standard gemstone care, clean the ruby with warm soapy water and a soft brush, rinse thoroughly and pat dry with a soft cloth, avoid harsh chemicals, prolonged exposure to high heat, and extreme thermal shocks, ultrasonic cleaners are generally safe for heat treated rubies without large fractures but we advise caution and consultation with a professional jeweler if the stone has significant inclusions that may create internal stress. At The Natural Ruby Company we stand behind the accurate representation of our gems, we source responsibly and provide full disclosure of origin and enhancements, our team is available to discuss bespoke settings, certification options, and any questions you may have about this lively 1.61 carat pear shape Mozambique cabochon, we invite you to contact us for additional photos, measurements, mounting suggestions, or to arrange an appointment to view this unique pinkish red ruby in person.