1.98 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

This transparent 1.98 carat oval ruby, measuring 7.46 x 6.19 x 4.38 mm, represents a rare convergence of size, color, and clarity that you will seldom find on the market, especially at this level of finish. The mixed brilliant cut and excellent polish deliver superb light return and scintillation, while the vivid color intensity gives the stone a lively, saturated red that reads true and deep in hand and in setting. At eye level the clarity is very very slightly included, a grade that effectively reads eye clean for most viewers, and this combination of near two carats with such transparent, vivid color is uncommon among natural rubies. The origin of this ruby is Mozambique, a source increasingly sought after for richly colored stones, and the enhancement is beryllium diffused, a disclosed treatment that has been applied to enhance saturation while preserving the gem structure and durability. Compared to other market options, many rubies near this size trend toward brownish overtones, heavy inclusions, or fracture filled surfaces that limit longevity, whereas this stone maintains clarity, even tone, and a robust polish that will display beautifully in fine jewelry.

When you compare this ruby to commonly available alternatives, its value proposition becomes clear, and at The Natural Ruby Company we emphasize honest disclosure and superior selection. Untreated or simply heat treated rubies with comparable vividness are historically rarer and command significant premiums, yet many larger stones on the market achieve apparent color through heavy filling or lower clarity, which compromises resale and wearability. Synthetic rubies deliver color but lack natural origin and the unique internal character collectors prize. This Mozambique ruby, with its mixed brilliant cut, near two carat weight, vivid color intensity, and eye level very very slightly included clarity, strikes a rare balance of presence and practicality. For a client seeking a centerpiece for a ring or pendant that reads like a classic, museum quality ruby without the prohibitive cost of the most elite untreated stones, this gem is an exceptional choice. The Natural Ruby Company stands behind its provenance and treatment disclosure, offering a stone that competes favorably in beauty and craftsmanship with far more expensive comparables, while delivering unmatched rarity in both size and color among readily available rubies.