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

This well matched pair of transparent rubies from The Natural Ruby Company offers both aesthetic refinement and gemological integrity, they weigh 0.54 carats and 0.57 carats respectively, and present as fancy shape purplish red stones with precise dimensions of 7.49 x 5.15 x 1.89 millimeters and 7.69 x 5.11 x 1.67 millimeters, they have been executed as a step cut to emphasize clean facet lines and deep color, the stones display intense color intensity and an excellent polish, their clarity has been graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, the material has undergone routine heat treatment to optimize color and clarity, and the documented origin is Mozambique which is known for producing richly colored rubies.

From a grading perspective these rubies are notable for their combination of intense hue and very very slight inclusions, intense color is the principal driver of value in rubies and these purplish red tones sit in a desirable range that reads strongly in both daylight and jewelry lighting, the VVS level clarity at eye level means that the stones will present clean and lively face up, step cutting preserves color saturation by providing broad, flat facets which allow the purplish red to read consistently across the surface, the excellent polish enhances the visual depth and contributes to crisp facet junctions, as a matched pair the slight difference in carat weight is compensated by the close dimensional match and consistent color, which makes them highly suitable for paired settings such as stud earrings, mirrored ring accents, or bespoke designs that require symmetry.

Regarding durability and suitability for daily wear these rubies are corundum, which rates 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, this high hardness gives excellent resistance to scratching in everyday use, the stones also demonstrate good toughness when properly set, and because they are heat treated by standard methods their stability under normal wear and cleaning is reliable, for long term care we recommend secure mounting that protects the girdle and corners, avoidance of strong acids and prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals, occasional cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush, and periodic inspection of settings, with appropriate mounting and routine care these Mozambique rubies will remain a long lasting and elegant choice for daily wear jewelry, backed by the gemological standards and provenance offered by The Natural Ruby Company.