3.23 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

If you are searching for the definitive ruby to crown an engagement ring, to anchor a bespoke pendant, or to add a truly rare specimen to a curated collection, this gemstone answers that need with authority. This is a transparent GRS certified Vivid Red Pigeons Blood ruby weighing 3.23 carats, cut in an elegant oval shape with dimensions of 9.78 x 7.32 x 4.40 mm. The mixed brilliant cut and excellent polish give this stone exceptional life and scintillation, while its vivid color intensity delivers the deep, saturated red that collectors and romantic partners alike seek. Evaluated at eye level, the clarity grade is very very slightly included, meaning the stone appears visually clean to the naked eye and carries the light with purity and depth. Origin Mozambique, enhancement heat treated, GRS certificate included. At The Natural Ruby Company we understand that selecting a ruby is not only a purchase, it is the culmination of a quest, and this gemstone represents the kind of rare, showroom quality find that ends that search.

Imagine the long and dramatic journey that created this ruby millions of years ago, deep within the planet where heat and pressure rewrite the chemistry of rock. Formed as corundum, the crystalline aluminum oxide that becomes ruby, this crystal grew in an environment where chromium atoms were present to replace some aluminum in the crystal lattice, instilling that iconic red hue. Over geologic time, tectonic forces and metamorphic transformation pushed these corundum crystals through the crust, often in association with metamorphosed limestones and complex igneous activity commonly found in Mozambican terrains. The intense metamorphism and the presence of trace chromium produced a vivid red that is both saturated and stable. Later, on the surface after uplift and erosion, rough ruby material from Mozambique was discovered, selected for its transparency and color, and then meticulously fashioned by experienced lapidaries. The mixed brilliant cut chosen for this oval was applied to maximize both face up color and internal fire, creating a jewel that seems to hold a flame at its heart. The heat treatment disclosed on the GRS report is a standard enhancement that enhances clarity and color without compromising the natural origin of the stone, and the GRS certification provides independent verification of the stone attributes and origin that The Natural Ruby Company stands behind.

For the person who needs a statement of commitment, or for the collector who recognizes true rarity, this 3.23 carat Pigeons Blood ruby completes the quest. In an engagement setting the stone will read as both classic and modern, the oval proportions flattering on the hand and the mixed brilliant facet architecture delivering lively brilliance in candlelight and daylight alike. As a collector piece, its Mozambique origin and vivid color intensity set it apart from more common rubies, and its transparent nature combined with the very very slightly included clarity makes it suitable for high end jewelry or a museum quality cabinet. At The Natural Ruby Company we will assist with setting recommendations to protect and showcase the stone, from bespoke platinum solitaires to halo settings in warm gold that complement the red hues. Your purchase will include the GRS certificate and our team will guide you through the care and long term stewardship of this gem. If your search has been for the ruby that evokes passion, provenance, and permanence, this stone is the answer, and we are ready to help you make it the centerpiece of a lifetime of memories.