2.87 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

Discover a rare treasure from the heart of Mozambique, presented exclusively by The Natural Ruby Company. This transparent oval ruby weighs 2.87 carats, and measures 10.86 x 8.33 x 3.20 mm, a dimension that balances presence with wearable grace. Its pinkish red hue shows intense color intensity, carefully revealed by a mixed brilliant cut and an excellent polish that allows the gem to breathe and glow. Evaluated at eye level the clarity is graded included, with internal character that tells the story of natural formation, giving this stone a unique fingerprint that no synthetic or mass produced gem can duplicate. The enhancement of heat treatment has been applied with expertise to maximize tone and saturation, and to accentuate the lively color that makes this ruby so captivating. Few stones of this particular combination of color, cut, size and origin become available, and therefore ownership means entry to a small circle of collectors and connoisseurs who demand both authenticity and exceptional beauty.

Seen face up the oval presents a rich and lively pinkish red field that shifts subtly as light moves across the mixed brilliant facets, revealing flashes of deeper pigeon blood like warmth near the core, and brighter pink highlights along the edges. The mixed brilliant cut has been executed to promote both scintillation and color depth, with the shallow to moderate depth at 3.20 mm creating a generous face up appearance that reads larger on the finger or in a pendant than the carat weight alone might suggest. The excellent polish gives each facet razor sharp edges that return light with clarity and fire, while the included clarity grade means there are natural features that add personality and provenance to the stone. In practical terms this ruby sits beautifully in settings that allow top light to meet the table, making it an ideal centerpiece for seventeenth anniversary jewels, heirloom commissions, or a discreet statement ring for someone who appreciates rarity conveyed with quiet confidence.

For a custom creation that enhances its pinkish red brilliance, consider pairing this Mozambique ruby with small high quality white diamonds set in a warm metal such as 18 karat rose gold, where the rosy backdrop amplifies the ruby color and creates a cohesive, romantic palette. A fine halo of brilliant cut melee diamonds will push the eye toward the center, increasing perceived size and adding elegant scintillation for evening light, while tapered baguette diamonds at the shoulders will lend architectural grace for a refined ring. For a bolder conversation piece, pair the ruby with calibrated green emeralds set in yellow gold, the complementary contrast intensifying both stones and producing a dramatic, museum worthy composition. Alternatively a trio design with two blush pink sapphires flanking the oval will create a nuanced, tonal ensemble that reads modern and feminine. For men or for gender neutral pieces, a beveled bezel in platinum contrasted with flush set brilliant diamonds along a band will give the ruby a contemporary, durable frame that emphasizes the gem as a singular emblem of distinction.

At The Natural Ruby Company we curate each ruby with provenance, and we provide personalized guidance to design a setting that honors the stone while reflecting your taste. This particular 2.87 carat Mozambique ruby, heat treated, with intense color and excellent polish, is a rare offering that we seldom see, and it will be reserved only for those who understand the value of owning something genuinely scarce. Custom commissions are crafted by master setters and designers who take care to choose complementary diamonds or colored gemstones that enhance rather than overwhelm. If you wish to proceed we will arrange detailed imagery and secure viewing, and we will work with you to create a bespoke certificate of origin and a presentation that matches the level of exclusivity afforded by the gem. Ownership of this ruby is not merely a purchase, it is an induction into an elite circle of collectors who appreciate the confluence of natural rarity, skilled finishing, and refined design.