2.87 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

This exceptional transparent ruby from The Natural Ruby Company weighs 2.87 carats, and measures 10.75 x 7.71 x 3.94 mm, presented in a classic oval shape that flatters a wide range of jewelry designs. The mixed brilliant cut used here combines the depth and richness of a step influenced pavilion with the light return properties of brilliant style facets, producing a lively face up appearance and attractive scintillation when set. The stone displays a vivid color intensity that reads as a rich, pinkish red, a hue that is both bold and sophisticated, and that commands attention without appearing overstated. The excellent polish enhances the crispness of the facets and the stone surface, allowing the ruby to show its saturation and clarity with minimal light obstruction. At first glance the color is the defining attribute, and its combination with the 2.87 carat weight gives this gem a presence that is immediate and enduring.

From a technical grading perspective this ruby is evaluated as included at eye level, which is a common and accepted clarity grade for natural rubies of appealing color and size. Inclusions may include fine crystals, rutile silk, or tiny feathers, and these internal characteristics often serve as natural fingerprints that confirm the gem as a natural corundum and assist in origin determination. The stone has been heat treated, a standard and widely accepted enhancement in the trade that improves color and clarity stability, and which is fully disclosed in our offering. Heat treatment in rubies typically enhances the diffusion of color and reduces the appearance of silk, while not materially altering the fundamental nature of the crystal. The declared origin of Mozambique is important to informed buyers, because Mozambican rubies are prized for their lively color saturation and often appreciable sizes, and they have become a significant and respected source for high quality rubies in recent decades. Taken together, the clarity grade, professional cutting, excellent polish, disclosed heat treatment, and Mozambique origin create a balance of natural character and market transparency that appeals to knowledgeable collectors and investors.

For the educated buyer color remains the primary driver of value, and this piece performs strongly in that regard, with a vivid pinkish red that reads as both rich and refined, a true symbol of personal power and distinction. Where clarity is included at eye level, value is preserved because the stone exhibits attractive color saturation and an even face up appearance, while the mixed brilliant cut maximizes brightness and minimizes the visual impact of internal features. Provenance from Mozambique adds context for valuation, because origin informed buyers understand the supply dynamic and the comparables that influence price stability. We recommend laboratory certification for buyers seeking additional assurance, and issuing reputable reports from leading labs will quantify the treatment, inclusions, and origin notes for investment grade documentation. From a design perspective this oval 10.75 x 7.71 x 3.94 mm format fits elegantly into both classic solitaire and more contemporary halo or three stone settings, and the vivid color will read strongly against warm metals such as rose gold and yellow gold, as well as providing a striking contrast with white metals if a modern look is desired.

Care and lifetime value are also important considerations for the discerning purchaser, and a ruby of this nature requires sensible handling, routine inspection of mounting, and gentle cleaning to preserve its best face up presentation. Mild detergent and warm water combined with a soft brush or professional ultrasonic cleaning under appropriate conditions are acceptable, though buyers should consult with their jeweler regarding ultrasonic use if inclusions or fissures are present. The Natural Ruby Company stands behind full disclosure regarding enhancements and origin, and we encourage clients to request additional photos, measurement confirmation, and third party laboratory reports for their records. Owning a vivid, pinkish red ruby is not only an aesthetic choice, it is a statement of personal power and distinction that translates across generations, and this 2.87 carat Mozambique ruby offers a rare blend of saturated color, skilled cutting, and ethical transparency that will satisfy both connoisseurs and collectors alike. If you would like further technical details, setting suggestions, or assistance with certification, The Natural Ruby Company is pleased to guide you through the next steps.