2.04 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

The featured gemstone is a remarkable GIA certified 2.04 carat red ruby that exhibits both natural beauty and technical precision, making it an ideal choice for jewelry that can be worn daily. Its pear shape, with dimensions measuring 9.71 x 6.45 x 3.99 mm, offers a classic silhouette that elegantly complements a variety of jewelry settings. The mixed brilliant cut enhances the stone's inherent brilliance by maximizing light return, thereby emphasizing the gemstone's vivid red hues. This cut, known for its superior light performance, combines both step-cut facets on the pavilion and brilliant-cut facets on the crown, making it a masterful example of gemstone craftsmanship. Each facet is deliberately placed to achieve not only visual appeal but also exceptional durability.

Expertly polished to achieve a surface free of blemishes, this ruby's excellent polish demonstrates the attention to detail that craftsmen at The Natural Ruby Company are known for. The ruby boasts an intense color intensity, a trait primarily associated with specimens from Mozambique, renowned for producing rubies with a rich and saturated color palette. This intensity enhances its visual allure, exuding a fiery sophistication that captures the attention of both seasoned collectors and jewelers. Despite a clarity grade categorized as slightly included, the ruby maintains high transparency and an impressive overall appearance when evaluated at eye level, without compromising its structural integrity. This balance between beauty and function is particularly crucial for pieces intended for everyday wear.

The origin of this ruby is linked to one of the world's premier sources for fine red gemstones, Mozambique. Gems from this region are celebrated for their durability, stemming from their formation under extreme geological conditions. This aspect of the ruby inflates its suitability for incorporation into daily worn jewelry, such as rings and pendants, where both aesthetic appeal and resistance to wear and tear are paramount. The ruby's robustness is complemented by an assurance of quality from The Natural Ruby Company, who affirms the authenticity and valued characteristics of each curated piece through meticulous certification. As a ruby that combines elegant design elements with practical wearability, it invites the admiration of connoisseurs who appreciate not just the gem's radiant allure but also its technical intricacies.