2.54 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

This 2.54 carat oval pinkish red ruby from Mozambique offers a compelling combination of weight, proportions, and optical appeal that will resonate with discerning buyers. The stone measures 10.64 by 8.04 by 3.36 millimeters, dimensions that make it an ideal centerpiece for a wide range of fine jewelry designs while maintaining comfortable wearability in everyday rings and pendants. Cut as an oval with a mixed brilliant pavilion and step influenced crown, the faceting has been executed to balance brilliance and color saturation, producing lively return of light alongside even color distribution. The polish is graded excellent, which enhances surface luster and allows the vivid color intensity to read strongly in both direct and diffused light. At eye level the clarity is included, meaning natural internal features are present but do not significantly obscure the gem or detract from its visual impact for most settings. These combined attributes create a gem that is visually strong for its carat weight and proportion, and technically appealing for buyers who value well considered cutting and finishing.

The origin of this ruby is Mozambique, a source that has become highly regarded for producing intense, saturated rubies that often combine attractive color with good crystallinity. Heat treatment has been applied, a stable and widely accepted enhancement that improves color and clarity, and which is transparent to knowledgeable customers as a standard trade practice for many attractive natural rubies. The vivid color intensity of this specimen is one of its primary value drivers, as hue and saturation are generally the most important factors in ruby grading after origin. The included clarity grade reflects natural silk and crystal inclusions that are typical of rubies from this region, and these features can be an asset to connoisseurs who prefer to see evidence of natural formation rather than glassy uniformity. The mixed brilliant cut contributes to a balanced interplay between fire and depth of color, allowing the stone to display sparkle without sacrificing the rich pinkish red tone. Durability is excellent for standard jewelry use, and with routine care the heat treated surface will retain its finish and color for decades. For an educated buyer assessing investment and aesthetic value, this ruby represents a combination of provenance, color intensity, technical craftsmanship, and practical size that supports both personal enjoyment and long term desirability.

For customization, this oval 2.54 carat ruby adapts beautifully to a diverse array of settings and design directions, making it a versatile option for bespoke commissions. As a ring center stone it will sit elegantly in classic prong settings that maximize light entry, or in a bezel setting that emphasizes security and a modern profile while offering protection to the girdle. The oval shape lends itself naturally to east west orientations for contemporary rings and pendants, and it also integrates attractively into three stone designs where tapered baguettes or smaller round diamonds can flank the ruby to accentuate length and color. Halo settings are particularly effective with vivid colored rubies, as a surrounding of fine white diamonds will increase perceived size and create a striking contrast that highlights color saturation. For a vintage inspired approach the stone can be paired with milgrain and filigree metalwork in yellow gold to enhance warmth, or set in platinum for a cleaner, more architectural presentation. As earrings the gem can be matched with a companion stone if a pair is required, or used as a single drop in a designer asymmetrical look, and for pendants a claw or bezel mount will showcase the color at eye level against skin. Custom options in metal choice and accent stones will affect perceived hue, making rose gold a sympathetic complement for pinkish red tones, while white metals enhance brilliance and contrast. At The Natural Ruby Company we can advise on faceting orientation, setting depth, and mounting style to optimize light performance and color direction based on the stone measurements and cut. We provide loose stones for independent jewelers, and we offer bespoke setting services to create engagement pieces, heirloom pendants, and custom jewelry that reflect both the technical strengths of the ruby and the aesthetic goals of the client. If you would like design sketches, metal and accent recommendations, or tailored setting proposals that take full advantage of this Mozambique ruby, The Natural Ruby Company can provide expert guidance and craftsmanship to realize a finished piece that marries gemological quality with enduring style.