3.09 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

From the heart of Mozambique where rubies are born under ancient pressure and heat, this purplish red oval emerged as a narrative of time and earth, slowly crystallizing in metamorphic rock until a miner first recognized its potential and brought it to light. The 3.09 carat weight tells the most honest part of that story, because every extra tenth of a carat represents more geological rarity and more of the stone that escaped fracturing while it formed. At 11.49 by 7.61 by 3.82 millimeters the proportions allowed a cutter to reveal a transparent core, and the mixed brilliant cut was chosen to balance face up brightness with depth of hue. The intense color intensity is what captures the eye at first glance, a vivid purplish red that speaks to Mozambique origins, while the included clarity, evaluated at eye level, is a reminder of the natural history locked within, fine internal features that confirm the gem is genuinely natural and not synthetic.

The Natural Ruby Company handled this ruby with the respect a 3.09 carat stone deserves, choosing a careful heat treatment to enhance tone and stability in a way that is accepted practice in the trade, and finishing with an excellent polish that maximizes light return from the pavilion and crown. In practical terms the weight is a prime driver of value and rarity, because rubies of this size with transparent body color and intense saturation are uncommon, and market price per carat rises steeply as weight steps up past the more typical small sizes. For a client seeking a statement center stone for a ring, a pendant, or a bespoke design, this ruby offers a rare combination of presence, depth of color, and natural character, and our gemologists can advise on settings that protect the gem while showcasing its size and tone. Whether you collect for beauty, rarity, or investment, this 3.09 carat Mozambique ruby embodies the journey from deep earth to enduring jewel, and The Natural Ruby Company is ready to guide you through acquiring and setting this special stone.