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6.20 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique
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Item ID: | R15398 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 15.19 Width: 10 Height: 4.05 |
Weight: | 6.20 Ct. |
Color: help | Pinkish Red |
Color intensity: help | Vivid |
Clarity: help | Included |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Mozambique |
Per carat price: help | $833 |
From the moment this ruby began its life deep beneath the earth in the rich deposits of Mozambique, it carried with it a story of heat, pressure, and time, that only nature can compose. It was discovered by skilled hands who know how to read the promises of the soil, and brought to light as a rough crystal that hinted at an inner flame. At The Natural Ruby Company we seek out stones that speak with clarity and character, and this transparent 6.20 carat oval ruby answered that call. Measuring 15.19 by 10.00 by 4.05 millimeters, it offered cutters an ideal canvas, a balance of size and depth that would allow the vivid pinkish red hue to sing. The gem underwent a careful heat treatment, a traditional and stable enhancement, applied with respect to the stone so that its innate color could be gently released, not forced. Every facet of its journey is a collaboration between the patient artistry of the earth, the care of responsible miners, and the expertise of those who prepare it for the world, and that lineage is part of what makes this ruby more than simply a gem, but a living heirloom.
When it arrived at the studio it was entrusted to an experienced cutter who chose a mixed brilliant cut and a refined oval outline to maximize the intensity, depth, and scintillation of the color. The mixed brilliant cut combines the fire of brilliant facets with the elegance of step facets, producing a lively play of light that complements the stone s vivid color intensity. With an eye level clarity grading of included, the ruby carries natural inclusions that attest to its authenticity, while still remaining transparent enough to allow light to travel through and awaken its internal glow. The polish is excellent, every facet meeting the next with precision, producing a mirror like finish that enhances sparkle and depth. The result is a gem that presents a rich, saturated pinkish red field when viewed face up, while also offering delicate internal reflections that reward close inspection, offering new discoveries with each tilt and change of light.
In a finished piece of jewelry this ruby will be impossible to ignore, it has the size, the hue, and the brilliance to stand out in any setting. Picture it set as a solitaire ring where the oval shape elongates the finger, and the vivid color becomes the single focus of attention, or imagine it embraced by a delicate halo of diamonds that act as a bright frame, intensifying the ruby s presence. It pairs beautifully with yellow gold, which warms the pink undertone, with rose gold which offers a romantic and unified palette, and with platinum which lends a modern, high contrast stage for the gem s color to pop. The mixed brilliant cut ensures lively reflections that catch the eye from every angle, and the 6.20 carat weight gives the piece a commanding profile without overwhelming practical wearability. For those seeking a pendant, the ruby s dimensions provide a bold and elegant focal point that moves and flashes as it catches the light, drawing attention to the wearer with an effortless, timeless allure.
At The Natural Ruby Company we stand behind the provenance and quality of each stone we offer, and this Mozambique ruby is no exception. Its heat treatment is a recognized and stable enhancement that we disclose transparently, and its included clarity at eye level is an honest reflection of its natural character. We understand that a gem is not merely valued by its specifications, but by the emotion it evokes and the story it carries, and this stone brings the drama of distant rivers and the warmth of artisanal craft into every setting. If you are considering a bespoke commission, we can advise on mounting styles that protect the gem while showcasing its vivid color, and we can arrange detailed photos and viewing appointments to help you experience the ruby in person. Owning this ruby means owning a piece of Mozambique s geological history, and owning a carefully guided transformation from rough to radiant, a transformation shepherded by The Natural Ruby Company with expertise and a deep respect for the life of the gem.



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