0.50 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Ruby Pair from Mozambique

This pair of transparent rubies offers a carefully matched aesthetic and technical specification, ideal for projects that demand both visual precision and gemological integrity. Each stone weighs 0.25 carats, presented as two princess shape rubies, with measured dimensions of 3.52 by 3.45 by 1.92 millimeters for the first stone, and 3.57 by 3.55 by 1.99 millimeters for the second stone. The stones are cut as mixed brilliant cuts, a facet arrangement that combines step and brilliant faceting to balance depth of color with controlled light return. Clarity is graded as eye clean when evaluated at eye level, indicating the absence of inclusions visible to standard unaided inspection, and polish is assessed as excellent, providing crisp facet junctions and a smooth reflective surface. Color intensity is described as vivid, and the hue presents a saturated, stable red typical of high quality material, the material is heat treated, a common and stable enhancement applied to optimize color and clarity, and the documented origin for this pair is Mozambique, a source known for producing rubies with strong saturation and transparent body color.

Optical and physical attributes of these princess shape rubies make them suitable for paired applications where symmetry and matching are important, while the mixed brilliant cut enhances both sparkle and depth. The princess shape provides defined corners and a geometric silhouette, and the slightly different pavilion depths reflected in the listed dimensions offer a near matched pair rather than mechanically identical stones, a condition often seen with natural material where cutter decisions optimize weight retention and color balance. Transparency and the eye clean clarity grade allow light to pass through the pavilion and interact with the brilliant faceting, producing internal scintillation without detracting surface inclusions. The vivid color intensity benefits from the mixed cut, as the combination of step and brilliant facets moderates flash and dispersion, preserving the stone body color while permitting lively facet contrast. The excellent polish supports maximal light return, and the heat treatment applied is a well established practice to enhance the intrinsic color and reduce the visibility of internal features, performed with the intent of stabilizing color and improving market suitability while remaining a disclosed treatment.

Practical considerations for setting, maintenance, and design are straightforward, and this pair is particularly well suited to matched earrings, cufflinks, or as accent stones framing a larger central gem in custom work. Because the princess shape has squared corners, settings that include protective prongs or a bezel profile are recommended to reduce the risk of corner chipping, and symmetric mounting will emphasize the pair match and the geometric cleanliness of the cut. Metal choices that complement the vivid red include warm yellow gold for contrast and visual warmth, as well as platinum or white gold for a contemporary presentation that highlights color saturation against a neutral backdrop. Routine care can be achieved with warm water, mild soap, and a soft brush, and avoiding sudden thermal shocks and harsh chemicals will preserve the polish and color integrity over time. The Natural Ruby Company documents origin and treatment, providing transparent provenance and technical details for gemological and design professionals, and this pair will appeal to clients seeking exclusivity through a matched natural material rather than mass produced lab created alternatives, offering a combination of measurable specifications, visual quality, and distinct origin that supports bespoke or limited production jewellery projects.