2.49 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

This exquisite transparent GIA certified red ruby from Mozambique weighs 2.49 carat, and is cut into a classic cushion shape measuring 7.45 x 7.38 x 4.85 mm, with a mixed brilliant cut that balances fire and depth. The stone displays vivid color intensity, an excellent polish, and a clarity grade of included as evaluated at eye level, confirming natural internal character without sacrificing brilliance. Heat treated to bring out its optimal color, this ruby offers a rare combination of purity of hue and lively internal reflection that makes it equally suited for a signature engagement ring, a refined cocktail piece, or a discerning collector looking to add a standout specimen to a gallery. At The Natural Ruby Company we present this ruby not simply as an object of beauty, but as the ending point of a search for a perfect red, a stone that meets the practical needs of wearability, provenance, and certification, while fulfilling the emotional need for a jewel that feels both alive and timeless.

When you compare the hue and tone of this Mozambique ruby to stones from other celebrated sources, the differences reveal why origin matters to collectors and couples alike. This gem shows a strong, pure red with vivid saturation, leaning neither excessively toward brown nor toward pink. Compared to classic Burmese rubies, which are renowned for their velvety pigeon blood reds and a deep, almost velour like tone, this Mozambique gem is marginally brighter and often appears a touch more luminous under daylight, offering a slightly more open red that catches and returns light with energetic sparkle. Against Thai and Cambodian rubies, which can carry brownish overtones and a darker, more somber tone, this stone reads as cleaner and more vibrant, with fewer brown modifiers and a livelier red. When placed beside Sri Lankan rubies, which often present lighter, pinker tones and a more delicate expression of red, the Mozambique example here stands out for its richer saturation and fuller body. East African rubies from Tanzania and Kenya can show excellent reds but sometimes with additional purple or garnet like nuances. This particular Mozambique ruby retains a clarity of hue that keeps the red unambiguous and strong, a trait that makes it especially desirable for both visible everyday wear and for display in a connoisseur collection.

Beyond hue and tone, the 2.49 carat weight and cushion proportions make this gemstone a practical and striking choice for thoughtful design. The mixed brilliant cut has been executed to maximize both scintillation and table presence, so when set in a solitaire ring the face up color will read boldly, while a halo setting will magnify the stone s natural fire without diminishing its vivid core. The included clarity grade means the stone carries natural inclusions that authenticate its natural origin and add character, while the transparency and polish ensure these inclusions do not mask the ruby s overall vibrancy. The GIA certification that accompanies the ruby verifies origin and treatments, giving buyers confidence in the gem s identity and value. At The Natural Ruby Company our goal is to match your desire for a meaningful jewel with a gem that answers every practical question, from durability to light performance. If you are searching for an engagement stone that declares lasting passion, or for a collector s ruby that compares favorably with the most famous names, this Mozambique cushion ruby provides a definitive answer, a vivid red that closes the search and opens a lifetime of admiration.