1.62 Ct. Star Ruby from Burma (Myanmar)

There are moments in life that ask to be marked with something unforgettable, a gift that carries both heart and story, a jewel that makes the ordinary hour feel like a memory in the making. This translucent purplish red star ruby, weighing 1.62 carats, is one of those rare pieces that speaks in a language of wonder. When light meets its surface, a delicate star glides across its crown, as if a private constellation has been captured and set forever in gemstone form. The color is intense and soulful, the polish excellent, and the cabochon cut enhances the gem so that every flicker of brilliance becomes an intimate performance. From the moment you first hold it, you will feel how this stone has the power to turn affection into ritual, a simple present into a cherished heirloom.

Size matters when you want a piece to make a true statement, and at 6.08 x 5.94 x 4.33 mm this round star ruby sits in a perfect sweet spot between presence and elegance. The weight of 1.62 carats gives it substance, yet the cabochon dome is refined enough to sit comfortably in a bold ring, a pendant that commands attention, or a bespoke brooch that will be spoken about for years. The gem is translucent, and that clarity allows the asterism to appear clean and defined, a luminous star that seems to float within. Excellent polish means the surface takes light like silk, inviting touch and gaze alike, and the intense color intensity ensures that this ruby never whispers, it sings. For anyone who wants their jewelry to be a declaration of style and sentiment, this star ruby is an ideal centerpiece, a jewel that anchors a design and elevates every setting around it.

Beyond its beauty, the provenance and treatment history of a gem are vital to its story, and this star ruby comes to you unaltered and pure, no enhancement. Origin Burma, Myanmar, a region celebrated for producing rubies with a depth of color and character that collectors and connoisseurs seek with passion. The combination of natural origin, unenhanced state, and the visible star effect creates a gem that feels authentic and rare, a true natural treasure from the earth. Whether you are choosing a gift to mark a milestone, a token of enduring love, or a personal acquisition to celebrate a moment of self reward, this stone promises not only visual drama but also integrity of origin. It invites a setting that honors its natural charm, a warm gold or a cool platinum frame that lets the color and star breathe and resonate.

At The Natural Ruby Company we understand how a single jewel can change the way a person feels about an occasion, a relationship, and themselves. We imagine this 1.62 carat purplish red star ruby set into a ring that catches the morning light, into a pendant that rests over the heart, or into a bespoke piece that becomes a family legend. Our team is here to help you visualize settings, to advise on mounting styles that preserve the gem, and to ensure that the finished piece reflects your emotion as clearly as the stone reflects light. Owning this ruby is more than a purchase, it is an invitation to create a lasting memory, a daily joy, a bright proof of affection and taste. Reach out to us at The Natural Ruby Company, and let us help you transform this exquisite natural star ruby into the statement piece your life deserves.