2.60 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

There are stones that speak in whispers, and then there is this ruby that sings, a 2.60 carat oval of pinkish red fire that seems to hold a sunset within its heart. From the moment light finds its mixed brilliant cut facets, the surface comes alive with a quiet, insistent glow, each plane polished to an excellent finish that allows every nuance of color to breathe. Transparent and intense, the hue is a warm chorus that reads romantic and regal at once, a color profile born in Mozambique and refined by skillful heat treatment to reveal its truest voice. Clarity is graded included, evaluated at eye level, which means the stone carries the honest signatures of nature like a whispered story, tiny inner pathways of character that deepen its soul rather than diminish it. At 10.49 by 7.25 by 3.57 mm this oval rests with a gentle authority, long enough to flatter the hand, compact enough to become an intimate secret against the skin. The Natural Ruby Company brings you this gem not as an object of mere adornment, but as a living token of sentiment, ready to be shaped into whatever expression of love you can imagine.

Imagine it set as the single luminous protagonist of an engagement ring, a solitaire that elongates the finger and centers devotion in a single, unforgettable gaze. The oval silhouette invites every setting language, from classic prongs that lift the gem into light, to a sleek bezel that cradles it like a promise kept. For those who adore contrast, a halo of brilliant diamonds will amplify the ruby’s intense color, turning each inner inclusion into a star in a miniature cosmos. In rose gold the pinkish red becomes tender and vintage, in yellow gold it becomes heirloom warm, and in platinum it attains a cool, modern majesty. Consider a three stone design where side trapezoids or tapered baguettes accentuate the oval’s length, or a pavé band that sprays tiny lights along the shoulders so the ruby appears to float atop constellations. Filigree and milgrain will coax out a romantic antique character, while clean, sculptural lines and low profiles will speak to contemporary lovers of minimalism. The mixed brilliant cut gives you the best of both worlds, facet dynamics that dazzle in movement and a strong table that anchors color, so whether your craftsman chooses four prongs, six, or a hidden halo the stone will perform beautifully.

Beyond rings this ruby translates effortlessly into pendants, earrings, and bespoke pieces that tell personal stories. As a pendant, it becomes a heartbeat at the throat, perfect in a simple bezel that allows the gem to rest close to skin, or within a halo of white diamonds for evening glamour. For earrings the stone can be paired into matched drops, or set as a singular statement stud accompanied by diamond shoulders, the oval shape lending itself to elegant drops that sway with every breath. In a cocktail ring the depth of color will read as a full stop of passion, while in a delicate bracelet the gem can be framed by tiny accent stones so that each movement catches a fragment of fire. Imagine this ruby paired with soft pink sapphires for a romantic gradient, with white diamonds for pure contrast, or with deep green emeralds for a vintage jewel tone palette. The dimensions of 10.49 by 7.25 by 3.57 mm make it versatile enough to anchor a variety of designs, from bold centerpieces to refined accents, and its excellent polish ensures every facet returns light in a flattering, expressive way.

At The Natural Ruby Company we regard customization as a collaboration between craftsmanship and feeling, a chance to turn a chosen gem into a family story. Our design consultations can guide you through metal choices, setting styles, and accent combinations, or we can work with your jeweler to execute a vision you already hold. We are transparent about enhancement, noting that the ruby has been heat treated to reveal its vibrant color, and we celebrate its inclusion grade as evidence of natural formation rather than flaw, because these internal marks are the very fingerprints that say this stone is real and alive. Care is simple and loving, gentle warm soapy water and a soft brush to reveal the polish and keep the brilliance lively, and thoughtful settings protect the gem while allowing it to converse with light. Commissioning this ruby into a ring, a pendant, a pair of earrings, or a bespoke heirloom is an invitation to compose a piece that will hold memory as surely as it holds color, a wearable poem that will age with your story. Let The Natural Ruby Company help you find the setting that sings with your heart, and watch as this little epoch of Mozambique flame and polish becomes a talisman of love, worn close, treasured, and passed forward.