0.82 ct Oval Ruby Mozambique

Ruby is corundum's rarest expression — the same mineral as sapphire, yet transformed by chromium into a stone of such commanding presence that it has historically commanded higher per-carat prices than any other gem on earth. This 0.82 cts Ruby of Red hue from Mozambique was selected for the Skyjems Archive not as an afterthought, but as a deliberate acquisition. Unheated rubies of genuine pigeon-blood saturation are among the rarest objects on the planet. Mozambique's Montepuez deposit has redefined the global ruby market since its discovery — producing stones with exceptional color acquired by the world's leading auction houses.

• Species: Natural Ruby
• Weight: 0.82 cts
• Dimensions: 5.91x5.08x3.10 mm
• Shape & Cut: Oval, Modified Brilliant Crown / Step Cut Pavilion
• Color & Saturation: Red
• Clarity & Transparency: Moderately Included
• Treatment: Heat Treatment
• Origin: Mozambique
• Archive Reference: R0274