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

This matched pair from The Natural Ruby Company presents two vivid red cushion shape rubies graded as Pigeon Blood in color intensity, certified by Bellerophon and originating from Mozambique. The individual weights are 3.00 carats and 3.02 carats, with dimensions 9.58 x 7.32 x 4.40 mm and 9.46 x 7.23 x 4.85 mm respectively, demonstrating a consistent length to width ratio of approximately 1.31 which is ideal for paired settings. Both stones are executed in a mixed brilliant cut, combining a faceted crown architecture that maximizes scintillation, with pavilion faceting optimized for depth of tone and return of red light. The polish is excellent, and the clarity grade is very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, meaning inclusions are minimal and do not impede transparency or the face up saturation that defines Pigeon Blood rubies. These rubies have been heat treated, a widely accepted enhancement that stabilizes and intensifies the natural chromium driven red without introducing surface alterations.

From a design engineering perspective these rubies are highly adaptable, suitable for a wide variety of bespoke jewellery applications. As a matched pair they are an excellent choice for classic stud earrings, articulated drop earrings, or mirror center stones on a double bezel or bypass ring, where symmetry and matched optical properties are essential. For halo designs a micro pavillion of melee diamonds will enhance the perceived size and intensify the central red without obscuring the facet pattern, while a low profile bezel or semi bezel will protect the girdle and preserve the gems for everyday wear. Metal selection will influence apparent color, with 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat rose gold warming and deepening the red, and platinum and 18 karat white gold providing dramatic contrast and emphasizing internal contrast and brilliance. Orientation options include traditional north south alignment for rings, east west placement for contemporary studs, and paired side by side channel seating for cufflinks and bracelets.

Craftsmanship considerations for secure and aesthetic mounting are important given the depth variety between the two stones, with measurements requiring custom seat milling to accommodate the 4.40 mm and 4.85 mm thicknesses while maintaining table level symmetry. Prong counts of four or six are determined by the desired visual openness and by protection needs, with tapered hand formed prongs used to minimize metal intrusion into the face up area. Bezel settings require a consistent girdle profile and allowance for a protective lip, while flush setting and bar style settings demand precise girdle thickness measurement and skilled lapidary mapping to align crown and pavilion facet axes for matched light return. Laser assisted soldering and controlled heat work are recommended during fabrication to avoid exposure to temperatures that could alter the stone treatment state. The Natural Ruby Company supplies the Bellerophon certificate with these rubies and we are prepared to provide CAD renderings, detailed setting drawings, and bespoke manufacturing recommendations to integrate these stones into engagement rings, earrings, pendants, cufflinks and high end fashion pieces. For technical inquiries on seat dimensions, prong profiles, or to request a CAD mock up please contact our design team and we will work with your bench to ensure optimal optical performance and long term durability.