3.70 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

This transparent 3.70 carat oval shape pinkish red ruby measures 11.22 x 8.45 x 4.08 mm, and it arrives with a mixed brilliant cut, vivid color intensity, included clarity at eye level, and an excellent polish. Compared to the typical commercial rubies that compromise on color saturation or symmetry, this Mozambique stone stands out for its lively hue and well balanced proportions. Many rubies on the market claim vivid tones but show muted depth once mounted, however this gem retains a lively pinkish red that performs beautifully under natural light, making it a superior choice for those seeking presence and performance. At The Natural Ruby Company we emphasize honest grading, and while this ruby has been heat treated to enhance its natural color, the treatment is a standard, stable process that improves the gem without obscuring its provenance or character. The mixed brilliant cut maximizes fire and brilliance more effectively than simple step cuts, and the excellent polish ensures a smooth surface that reflects light evenly, so this ruby competes favorably against similar sized stones from other sources in both visual impact and value.

Imagine the journey that created this ruby millions of years ago deep within the earth, where intense heat and pressure in Mozambique forced aluminum rich minerals to crystallize in the presence of trace chromium that gives this gem its pinkish red palette. Over geological epochs, the nascent rubies were transported by tectonic forces and erosional processes, becoming embedded in veins that eventual miners discovered, each inclusion inside the stone a tiny diary of those slow forming conditions. These natural inclusions are evidence of authenticity, and they also contribute to the gem character that many buyers prefer over the sterile clarity of lab created substitutes. When you choose this ruby from The Natural Ruby Company you are selecting a gem with a clear story, strong aesthetic appeal, and ethical sourcing from a respected origin, offering better transparency and provenance than mass market options. For collectors and designers who compare quality, value, and uniqueness, this Mozambique ruby represents a rare balance of vivid color, professional cutting, and natural formation history, a gemstone that will sit confidently among the finest choices available today.