2.44 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

When you are searching for a centerpiece that combines rare beauty with lasting value, this pear shaped ruby answers that need with confidence. This translucent 2.44 carat ruby measures 11.79 x 7.37 x 3.71 millimeters, and is presented in a refined pear silhouette that flatters both modern and classic settings. Cut with a mixed brilliant style, it captures light with lively scintillation while maintaining an elegant outline that reads equally well as a solitaire ring, a dramatic pendant, or the focal stone in a custom heirloom piece. The color leans toward a pinkish red with vivid intensity, a hue that is universally admired for its warmth and depth. At an eye level clarity grade of slightly included, the stone maintains transparency and sparkle, with inclusions that do not detract from its presence when set. The polish has been executed to an excellent standard, lending a clean surface finish that enhances brilliance and tactile quality. This ruby has been heat treated, a standard and stable enhancement that brings out the best in its saturation and tone, and it is responsibly sourced from Mozambique, a region that has become renowned for producing richly colored, high grade rubies.

For buyers focused on design and wearability, this ruby meets practical needs while delivering an emotional impact. The pear shape provides a flattering vertical emphasis when set in a ring, creating the illusion of elongation on the finger, and its 11.79 by 7.37 millimeter dimensions make it substantial without being overpowering. The mixed brilliant cut is chosen to maximize both fire and face up color, so the vivid pinkish red reads boldly without sacrificing the lively flashes that catch the eye in motion. Slightly included clarity at eye level means that under casual inspection the gem presents as clean and lively, while still retaining the natural character that many collectors prize. The excellent polish ensures comfortable wear and a refined look in any mounting. Whether your aim is a singular engagement ring that feels unique and personal, or a collectable gem to add to a growing portfolio of fine colored stones, this ruby answers the call with a balance of beauty and practical considerations that designers and end wearers both appreciate.

From an investment perspective this ruby offers compelling potential for appreciation, particularly given its combination of carat weight, vivid color, and origin. Fine rubies remain among the most desirable colored gemstones in the marketplace, and stones above two carats with vivid saturation are comparatively scarce. Mozambique has risen in prominence as a source for fine rubies, and when supply is limited and demand increases from both private collectors and luxury jewelers, prices for well proportioned, richly colored examples have shown steady upward momentum. Heat treatment is an accepted and common enhancement in ruby trade practice, and a well executed heat treated ruby that exhibits vivid color and strong eye appeal competes strongly in both retail and collector markets. Rubies also benefit from micro market dynamics that reward proven provenance and documentation, and stones that are well cut and well polished tend to be more liquid because they adapt readily to a variety of settings and tastes. While no gem can be guaranteed to appreciate, historical trends for premium rubies, combined with continuing global interest in colored gemstone investment, suggest this piece could perform well as part of a diversified tangible asset approach.

At The Natural Ruby Company we understand that your search is about more than a stone, it is about finding the perfect answer to a personal or investment need, and we stand behind this ruby with full disclosure about its characteristics and treatment. We are happy to assist with additional services that increase confidence and marketability, including professional imaging, optional grading reports from recognized laboratories, bespoke setting recommendations, and secure insured shipping. If your intention is to create an engagement ring that will be cherished for generations, or to add a rare and collectible ruby to a curated holding, this 2.44 carat pear shape Mozambique ruby offers a rare intersection of aesthetic appeal and market savvy. Reach out to our team at The Natural Ruby Company for further details, to discuss setting options that maximize its color and presence, or to arrange a private viewing. Your quest for a remarkable ruby can end here, with a gem that promises immediate beauty and thoughtful long term potential.