2.51 Ct. Cabochon Ruby from Burma (Myanmar)

I am pleased to present a charming and rare example of classic Burmese beauty from The Natural Ruby Company, a translucent 2.51 carat oval ruby that captures attention with a warm pinkish red tone and a pleasing, soft glow. This gem is cabochon cut, a style that highlights the stone body color and silky internal textures rather than faceted sparkle, making it especially suited to designs that celebrate organic, vintage, or artisan aesthetics. The dimensions are 9.25 by 7.25 by 3.93 millimeters, a versatile size that sits comfortably as a focal center stone in rings, pendants, or statement earrings, or as a unique accent paired with diamonds or other colored stones. With an intense color intensity and an excellent polish, the surface presents a smooth, satiny sheen that catches light in a way cabochons do best, offering an almost tactile luminosity that invites closer inspection.

Examined at eye level, the clarity grade is included, which in cabochons is common and often considered part of the character and story of the stone. These internal inclusions contribute to the depth of color and the stone personality, occasionally producing attractive visual features such as subtle silky bands or internal flashes that enhance the overall look when set in jewelry. This particular ruby is translucent, allowing light to penetrate enough to give life to the stone while still maintaining that rich saturated appearance that ruby lovers seek. The excellent polish ensures a clean, smooth dome with minimal surface abrasions, making it comfortable to wear and easy to set in a variety of mounting styles.

This ruby is heat treated, a standard and widely accepted enhancement within the trade, used to improve color uniformity and clarity stability without compromising the integrity of the natural corundum. Heat treatment is disclosed to maintain transparency about the stone history, and many exceptional collectible rubies on the market have undergone similar treatments while still commanding admiration and value. Origin plays an important role in desirability and character, and this gem comes from Burma Myanmar, a source historically prized for producing rubies with exceptional color and depth. Burmese rubies are often favored for their distinctive hues and the way they interact with light, and this piece is a fine example of that heritage, suitable for collectors and connoisseurs seeking an authentic Burmese touch in their designs.

At The Natural Ruby Company we pride ourselves on offering stones that tell a story and perform beautifully when crafted into jewelry. For this cabochon ruby I recommend settings that allow the dome to be seen and touched, such as bezel settings with soft curves, open back pendants to emphasize translucency, or artisan mountings that embrace natural inclusions as a design feature. Paired stones that complement pinkish red tones include warm yellow gold for a vintage romantic look, rose gold to enhance the pink undertones, or soft gray metals to create contrast and modernity. Care is straightforward, use mild soap and warm water with a soft brush for routine cleaning, avoid abrupt temperature changes and harsh chemicals, and remove your jewelry during strenuous activities to minimize risk of knocks or visible scuffs. If you would like a bespoke mounting, a design consultation, or further gemological details about this specific piece, The Natural Ruby Company is here to assist, offering expert guidance to ensure the ruby is shown to its best advantage, whether it becomes a personal heirloom, an elegant everyday piece, or a special commission for someone you cherish.