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

This pair of natural rubies from The Natural Ruby Company is presented as a matched set, with individual weights of 0.60 carat and 0.55 carat respectively, round brilliant cuts, and vivid red color intensity. The first stone measures 4.65 by 4.56 by 3.18 millimeters, the second measures 4.62 by 4.53 by 2.92 millimeters, and both display excellent polish and high quality faceting. Clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating minor internal features that do not materially interfere with visual performance or structural integrity. Enhancement is by routine heat treatment, a stable and accepted practice to optimize color and clarity, and the documented origin is Mozambique, a source noted for producing saturated and transparent ruby material. These data points define the material characteristics, and they inform practical decisions about matching, mounting, and light performance.

Technical pairing of gemstones demands precise attention to dimensional tolerances, depth relationships, and optical response, all of which are evident in this pair. The measured total diameter difference between the two stones is three hundredths of a millimeter, an excellent dimensional match for most paired applications. Depth ratios, expressed here as a proportion of overall diameter, are approximately sixty eight point four percent for the heavier stone, and approximately sixty three point one percent for the lighter stone. That variance in depth has predictable consequences for apparent face up color and light return, with the slightly deeper pavilion promoting a richer, potentially darker center, and the shallower pavilion favoring more brightness and scintillation. Because both stones are brilliant cut with well executed facets and excellent polish, their overall light dynamics remain complementary, however careful setting and orientation will be required to achieve optimal visual uniformity.

Practical considerations for setting and pairing focus on compensating for pavilion depth variance, matching table alignment, and ensuring consistent color appearance under multiple light sources. A prong setting with individual seat work permits fine tuning of table height and viewing angle, which helps to balance the face up color when depth percentages differ. For applications that demand absolute visual symmetry, a low profile bezel or a custom gallery can be engineered to adjust apparent depth, and stone orientation can be controlled so that the main light return patterns align across the pair. Optical phenomena such as pleochroism and directional color response should be checked by the cutter or setter, since corundum can present subtle directional differences in saturation. The stones exhibit excellent polish and facet symmetry, which simplifies matching of fire and brilliance, and their clarity grade of very slightly included supports close visual parity when examined at normal wear distances.

From a professional perspective, this Mozambique origin pair offers a precise balance of color intensity, clarity, and cut quality, making them suitable for matched earrings, a dual stone ring, or complementary accents in bespoke jewellery. The Natural Ruby Company has documented the measurements and treatment history, and can provide guidance on seat tolerances, bezel depth, and recommended metal choices to achieve the intended appearance and durability. If further matching is required the company can assist with laboratory reports, additional imagery under standard lighting, and recommendations for minor re proportional adjustments by a qualified lapidary. These rubies present reliable technical specifications, and when paired with appropriate mounting strategies they will deliver consistent color and performance in finished settings.