2.49 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

This exceptional loose ruby from The Natural Ruby Company is a beautiful transparent 2.49 carat oval shape ruby, measuring 10.72 by 7.26 by 3.66 mm, with a mixed brilliant cut that delivers lively scintillation and a clean, elegant outline. The stone displays a pinkish red hue with vivid color intensity, and an excellent polish that accentuates its surface luster. Clarity is graded as slightly included as evaluated at eye level, which means the gem retains a high degree of transparency and visual purity while preserving natural character. The ruby has been heat treated, a widely accepted and stable enhancement that improves color saturation and clarity without compromising the integrity of the crystal. Origin is Mozambique, a source known for producing vibrant rubies with rich color and attractive availability compared with some rarer sources.

When compared to other rubies commonly found on the market, this 2.49 carat Mozambique ruby stands out in several important ways. Smaller carat stones often lack the presence and face up area that make a gem sing in a ring or pendant, whereas this stone offers a strong visual footprint without veering into overly large proportions that can appear ostentatious. Many commercially sold rubies at similar price points are heavily included, glass filled, or show washed out pink tones that lose appeal under natural light. By contrast this ruby combines a vivid pinkish red saturation, a mixed brilliant cut designed to maximize light return, and an excellent polish, all of which create greater perceived value per carat. Compared to lab created material, this natural ruby offers the inherent rarity and market desirability that collectors and discerning customers prefer, while compared to untreated but lower color examples from other origins, this stone strikes a superior balance of color intensity and clarity.

From a value perspective the 2.49 carat weight is a defining feature for buyers who understand how carat increments translate into rarity and long term appeal. Rubies increase in value nonlinearly as weight rises, especially when vivid color and high transparency are present. At nearly two and a half carats, this stone sits in a premium category where fine color is more difficult to find, and where the cost per carat reflects true scarcity. The oval shape and the 10.72 by 7.26 by 3.66 mm dimension make this gem an ideal candidate for a classic solitaire, halo set, or an elegant three stone design, offering a flattering spread on the finger or a commanding center in a pendant. The mixed brilliant cut is particularly effective at balancing brilliance and color, allowing the ruby to exhibit lively flashes while maintaining deep, uniform color across the table. Slight inclusions evaluated at eye level are typical of fine natural rubies and often enhance the stone as a natural specimen, while the excellent polish ensures that the surface remains smooth and reflective, increasing durability and daily wear appeal.

Choosing this Mozambique ruby from The Natural Ruby Company means choosing a stone that is competitively superior to many mass market alternatives, offering a blend of weight, color, and finish that is rare at this size. Heat treatment is fully disclosed, reflecting our commitment to transparency and ethical trading, and is a standard, stable enhancement that elevates the gem to a level that most buyers prefer for both aesthetic reasons and practical durability. For custom commissions or ready to set pieces, the stone provides a strong foundation for design, and its 2.49 carat presence is compelling for clients who want a genuine, natural ruby that reads as premium in hand and in light. If you are comparing this option to off the shelf, small carat replacements, synthetic lab grown stones, or heavily modified rubies, this gem offers superior natural origin, vivid color intensity, and a balance of clarity and cut that is difficult to match. Contact The Natural Ruby Company to discuss setting options, view high resolution images, or arrange a private consultation, and discover how this 2.49 carat Mozambique ruby can become the focal point of a distinguished jewelry piece.