1.97 Ct. Ruby from Burma (Myanmar)

Deep within the ancient marble veins of Burma, where heat and pressure have sculpted the Earth for millions of years, this ruby began its slow and patient formation. Tiny traces of chromium imparted the luminous red that has been prized across cultures and centuries, and within the sheltered pockets of metamorphic rock crystals grew, layer by layer, until a miner one day glimpsed a flash of red amid the grey stone. From that moment the story of this gem moved from geologic time to human hands, passing through the careful work of local miners who have honed their craft in the famed ruby districts of Burma, a region long associated with some of the finest red gems in the world. The stone that reaches you through The Natural Ruby Company is a transparent ruby weighing 1.97 carat, shaped into a classic oval, with dimensions of 8.66 by 6.42 by 3.92 millimeter, carrying within it the memory of earth, fire, and skilled human attention.

Our cutters and gemologists respected the gem s natural heritage when deciding how best to reveal its inner fire, choosing a mixed brilliant cut that balances the sparkle of a faceted crown with the depth and color saturation emphasized by a careful pavilion. The result is a gem with vivid color intensity that captivates the eye, and an excellent polish that allows light to glide across its facets and deepen the red into a living glow. At eye level this ruby is graded eye clean, a sign of exceptional clarity in a natural stone from Burma, and like many fine rubies it has been heat treated to enhance clarity and color in a way that has been practiced and accepted in the gem trade for generations. The Natural Ruby Company stands behind the origin note of Burma, and we take pride in presenting a stone that reflects the region s history and the reverence with which these gems are handled.

Inclusions are often thought of as imperfections, yet for the gem scholar and the sentimental collector they are the gemstone s autobiography, tiny signatures that tell where a stone came from and how it lived before it reached the jeweler s bench. In this ruby inclusions are subtle enough that the gem reads as eye clean, yet under magnification you may discover microscopic patterns that resemble silk like needles, tiny mineral crystals, or fluid filled chambers that form natural fingerprints. These internal features do not detract from the gem s beauty, rather they authenticate it as a product of nature, each inclusion a unique fingerprint that can help gemologists confirm origin and treatment history. For this particular stone the cutter oriented the facet pattern to minimize the visibility of any internal features while maximizing the vivid hue and the lively reflections that dance across the mixed brilliant cut. The interplay of internal texture and external facet arrangement makes each viewing a private encounter with a landscape formed deep in the Earth.

When set, this 1.97 carat Burmese ruby will serve as a focal point that conveys lineage, geological wonder, and artisanal care, whether mounted as the heart of a classic ring, a pendant that hangs close to the skin, or a bespoke piece crafted to your personal story. Its oval silhouette offers elegant proportions that flatter both modern and vintage inspired designs, and the excellent polish ensures the gem will catch the light in daily wear while revealing the rich red tones that have captivated collectors for centuries. Caring for this ruby is straightforward, simple cleaning with warm, soapy water and a soft brush will preserve its surface luster, and routine checks by a trusted jeweler will keep any setting secure. At The Natural Ruby Company we offer provenance information and personalized service to help you imagine the most fitting setting, and we invite you to experience the gem in person or request detailed imagery and certification. Owning this ruby is to own a fragment of the Earth s slow artistry, a gem that carries the story of Burma s storied deposits, the hand of skilled cutters, and the promise of many lifetimes of admiration.