3.12 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

Before the world saw it set and worn, this extraordinary Mozambique ruby was quietly formed over millions of years and now surfaces as an exceptionally rare offering from The Natural Ruby Company, an opportunity reserved for collectors and connoisseurs who recognize true gemstone significance. We present a single, transparent 3.12 carat pear shape ruby, precisely cut to 12.39 by 7.91 by 4.04 millimeters, fashioned in a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes fire and scintillation while preserving the stone’s elegant teardrop silhouette. The gem’s symmetry and proportions were carefully preserved during cutting to produce a lively, wearable size that reads as substantial on the finger or as a center in a bespoke pendant. At eye level this stone is graded Included, which means you can expect natural internal characteristics that authenticate its origin and life story rather than detract from its visual presence. The polish is excellent, allowing light to dance across every facet, and the overall transparency ensures a vivid, immediate face-up presence that commands attention from the moment it is seen.

Color is the essence of any ruby and this piece speaks with an arresting pinkish red hue of vivid intensity. The saturation and tone sit in a rare and desirable window where the color remains unmistakably ruby while offering a lively, contemporary pink infusion that works beautifully in both classic and modern designs. The mixed brilliant cut enhances this color, creating a balance between brilliance and depth so the stone glows from within rather than simply reflecting surface light. Because the ruby has been heat treated, a standard and stable enhancement in the trade, its color has been optimized to show that vivid saturation consistently and durably. Heat treatment is an accepted practice to remove silk or enhance tone without compromising structural integrity, and when performed correctly it results in a more vivid, wearable gem that keeps its beauty through daily life. For those who prize provenance, the visible inclusions are a reassuring hallmark of authenticity, evidence that this is a natural, not a synthetic or overly treated, treasure.

The origin of a ruby is among the most important factors that elevate its desirability and long-term value, and Mozambique is now recognized as one of the most important new sources of fine rubies in the world. Unlike older, exhausted deposits, Mozambican mining regions have yielded stones that rival historical classics for color and clarity, combining robust red tones with modern supply provenance that appeals to collectors and ethical buyers alike. Geologically, rubies from Mozambique often form in metamorphic environments that allow chromium and trace elements to give rise to saturated red hues with complex internal patterns, imparting a personality to each stone that cannot be replicated. Because Mozambique is a comparatively recent and carefully regulated source, pieces from this origin carry a contemporary cachet: they are part of the fresh narrative of ruby discovery and market evolution. When you acquire this 3.12 carat pear from The Natural Ruby Company you are not just buying perfection in cut and color, you are securing a gemstone with a compelling geographical story, one that will appreciate in standing among knowledgeable buyers who value both beauty and provenance.

Owning this particular ruby places you among a small and discerning circle who understand rarity when they see it. Its dimensions and brilliant mixed cut make it ideal for a prominent solitaire pendant or a custom halo ring that highlights the stone’s unique teardrop outline and vivid pinkish red face-up color. We recommend settings that allow light to enter from the pavilion and showcase the stable, heat-enhanced color while protecting the stone’s shape and polish. The Natural Ruby Company is pleased to offer bespoke mounting services, private viewings, and partnership with experienced jewelers to create a one-of-a-kind piece that reflects your taste and status. Our team will provide full disclosure of all four C’s along with origin documentation and care guidance so your investment is protected and appreciated for generations. This is the kind of ruby that does not remain available for long; when rarity and provenance converge in a beautiful, wearable size, true collectors act decisively. If you wish to claim this exceptional Mozambique ruby, we invite you to contact The Natural Ruby Company for a private consultation and to begin the process of making it unmistakably yours.