Step into the rarefied world of high-tier precious gemstones with this breathtaking Natural Ruby (Manikya). Weighing a commandingly large 3.26 carats, this investment-grade gem showcases the most celebrated color profile in corundum—an intense, deeply saturated Blood Red hue that glows with fiery inner life. Mined from the rich deposits of Mozambique, this stone captures the fiery brilliance that has made East African rubies the modern benchmark for fine colored gems.
The Rare Round Mixed Cut & Spreading Profile: Natural rubies in calibrated round cuts over 3 carats are exceptionally scarce due to the heavy rough weight loss during faceting. Sculpted into a balanced Round Mixed Cut, this gem features an expansive 9.14mm x 9.14mm diameter with a sleek 3.81mm depth, giving it a commanding face-up visual presence that spreads like a 4-carat stone. Graded at AA+ Quality, it represents a premier choice for high-end jewelry, offering rich transparency paired with delicate natural silk and crystal inclusions that serve as authentic signatures of pure Earth formation. Kept 100% natural and completely unheated, it is completely free from lead-glass filling, flux healing, beryllium diffusion, or thermal treatments that affect the vast majority of commercial rubies today.
Gemstone Category: Natural Ruby (Manikya / Red Corundum)
Grade: AA+ (High-End Fine Jewelry / Investment Grade)
Carat Weight: 3.26 Carats (Visual Spreading of a 4-Carat Stone)
Color: Deep Blood Red
Dimensions: 9.14mm x 9.14mm x 3.81mm
Shape/Cut: Round Mixed Cut
Origin: Mozambique
Clarity: Transparent with Natural Inclusions
Certification: DHC International Gemlab / IGI Certified
Treatment: 100% Natural (No Heat, No Lead-Glass, No Clarity Enhancements)
At Let's Buy Gems by Syamantakamani, we prioritize gemstones that preserve their absolute geological integrity. While most rubies in today's market undergo high-temperature furnace heating or glass fillings to artificially mask fissures, this Mozambique treasure remains completely unheated. Because its intense blood-red hue and structural durability were formed naturally over millions of years, its brilliance and collector value will remain unaltered across generations.
Transparency is the foundational cornerstone of our curation process. Accompanied by certification from DHC International Gemlab or IGI, this natural ruby comes with independent verification confirming its 100% unheated status, natural origin, precise dimensions, and corundum authenticity for absolute peace of mind.
In Vedic and South Indian astrological traditions, Ruby (Manikya) is the supreme gemstone of the Sun (Surya), governing leadership, vitality, authority, and inner strength. Because this stone is completely unheated and free from chemical enhancements, its planetary solar energy remains pure, unobstructed, and exceptionally potent for astrological remedies.
The grand 9.14mm circular outline and shallow 3.81mm depth offer an incredible architectural advantage for custom jewelry manufacturing. It sits comfortably low against the skin while providing maximum visual coverage. It is an extraordinary centerpiece for an imposing 18K yellow or rose gold cocktail ring, a classic diamond halo ring, or a regal heirloom pendant that seamlessly unites ancient astrological power with high-fashion luxury.
This authentic piece, along with many other natural treasures, is proudly offered by letsbuygems.com, your trusted partner for certified, natural gems.
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Type |
Natural Mozambique Ruby |
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Specification |
Mozambique, Round Mixed Cut |
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Weight |
3.26 Carats |
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Mohs Scale (Absolute Hardness) |
9 |
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Refractive Index |
1.76 (Range 1.76-1.77) |
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Specific Gravity |
3.99 (Range 3.97-4.05) |
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Dimensions |
9.14mm x 9.14mm x 3.81mm |
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Colour |
Red to Blood Red |
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Clarity |
Transparent |
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Cut |
Round Mixed Cut |
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Treatment |
No Treatment, Unheated |
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Origin |
Mozambique |
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Certification |
DHC International or IGI Included |
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Packaging |
Loose Gem box packaging |
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Ideal Uses |
Collection, Ring, Bracelet, Pendant etc. |
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Unique Features |
Untreated, Aventurescence |