4.90 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

This specimen is a transparent pinkish red ruby weighing 4.90 carat, with an oval outline measuring 11.95 by 9.02 by 4.77 millimeters. The stone has been fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut that balances faceted brilliance with an elegant oval silhouette, and it exhibits intense color intensity with an excellent polish. Clarity is graded as included at eye level, consistent with natural corundum of this size, and the ruby has been heat treated, a stable enhancement that improves color and clarity without altering its fundamental nature. The gem is sourced from Mozambique, a well established locality for high quality rubies, and its hardness on the corundum scale lends it reliable durability for a variety of jewelry applications.

The proportions and weight of this oval ruby make it exceptionally adaptable to multiple setting styles. As a center stone in a solitaire ring it offers a commanding presence and the elongated oval shape visually lengthens the finger, while a four prong or six prong mount will display the stone with maximal light return. For everyday wear a low bezel or partial bezel will protect the girdle and vulnerable inclusions while maintaining a clean profile. The gem suits classic halo designs where a surrounding row of diamonds or colored melee will intensify the central hue, and it also adapts well to vintage inspired cluster settings where mixed cuts of accent stones can complement the mixed brilliant faceting. For modern aesthetics the stone can be mounted in tension or east west orientations, or set into a sleek pendant where the oval format reads as an elegant drop.

Beyond ring applications the ruby translates to refined pairings for earrings and necklaces, and can anchor bracelet links or cufflink heads where a single prominent ruby is desired. In matched pairs the color and tone might be echoed with smaller Mozambican rubies or contrasted with pavé diamonds for visual balance. Metal choice will influence the perceived warmth of the color, with yellow or rose gold enhancing the pinkish red character, and platinum or white gold providing a starker contrast that emphasizes saturation and brilliance. The mixed brilliant cut plays particularly well with halo accents and tapered baguette shoulders, and the 11.95 by 9.02 millimeter footprint sits comfortably within classic pendant bails and drop earring settings without requiring extensive alteration to conventional mounting designs.

When planning a custom setting it is helpful to consider the clarity profile and the placement of inclusions relative to the pavilion and table. The included clarity grade at eye level suggests that protective settings such as bezels or closed gallery designs will preserve the integrity of the stone in daily wear, while prong settings or open backed galleries will maximize light transmission and color depth for occasional wear pieces. The excellent polish and mixed brilliant faceting will reward careful orienting within the mount to achieve optimal scintillation and color distribution, and an experienced jeweler can use angled bezels or micro prongs to conceal sensitive areas while maintaining a bright face up presentation. The Natural Ruby Company can provide guidance on metal selection, accent stone pairing, and mounting height, and can coordinate custom CAD renderings and mock ups to ensure the finished piece meets aesthetic and functional expectations. For those commissioning a bespoke piece this ruby represents a versatile and enduring centerpiece, suitable for both statement and heirloom quality designs.