Natural Trapiche Ruby Raw crystal with a distinctive sector structure - 47.35 ct- 9.47 g
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Description from the seller
This exceptional Trapiche ruby shows the radial, zoned structure typical of this rare growth form, clearly extending throughout the crystal. The clearly recognizable sector-like zones give the piece a graphic, almost architectural effect and make its formation history immediately visible.
Colorwise, the ruby ranges in warm red to purple and violet tones, varying with the angle of light. Partially translucent areas alternate with denser, mineral-tinged zones. At the edges and fracture surfaces, natural growth lines, fine textures, and original surface features emerge, underscoring the raw character of the crystal.
Particularly impressive is the light transmission in the thinner parts, where the interior of the ruby glows with intense reddish hues and further emphasizes the Trapiche structure. Inclusions and natural irregularities are visible and authentic – they reinforce the unique expression of this rare corundum representative.
An extraordinary collector’s piece, convincing both mineralogically and aesthetically through its rare Trapiche formation, powerful color effect, and clearly readable crystal structure.
Product Name: Ruby
Hardness 9
Weight: 47,35 ct
Size: 16x15x15mm
Origin : Burma
Treatment: Untreated
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This exceptional Trapiche ruby shows the radial, zoned structure typical of this rare growth form, clearly extending throughout the crystal. The clearly recognizable sector-like zones give the piece a graphic, almost architectural effect and make its formation history immediately visible.
Colorwise, the ruby ranges in warm red to purple and violet tones, varying with the angle of light. Partially translucent areas alternate with denser, mineral-tinged zones. At the edges and fracture surfaces, natural growth lines, fine textures, and original surface features emerge, underscoring the raw character of the crystal.
Particularly impressive is the light transmission in the thinner parts, where the interior of the ruby glows with intense reddish hues and further emphasizes the Trapiche structure. Inclusions and natural irregularities are visible and authentic – they reinforce the unique expression of this rare corundum representative.
An extraordinary collector’s piece, convincing both mineralogically and aesthetically through its rare Trapiche formation, powerful color effect, and clearly readable crystal structure.
Product Name: Ruby
Hardness 9
Weight: 47,35 ct
Size: 16x15x15mm
Origin : Burma
Treatment: Untreated
Our shipping costs have been checked and acknowledged by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that performs the final inspection, pickup, packing and shipping; thus these shipping costs arise.
The buyer bears all potential import and export costs, duties, shipping costs, etc..
See also our other items and shipping costs, pickup costs saved..
In some of the pictures the stone has been backlit to show you the color of the stone.
In some stones we have held lighting underneath the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And it can lead to color deviations etc., as every computer, monitor and phone can display colors with different qualities!
The disclaimer about the healing properties
as previously given :
It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties.
We and Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for these suggested attributes which have no scientific
evidence and cannot be considered a substitute for traditional medical treatment.
Details
Main mineral
Natural Trapiche Ruby
Mineral form
Raw crystal with a distinctive sector structure - 47.35 ct
Weight
9.47 g
Country of origin
Burma
Disclaimer
It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties. However, using or wearing gemstones or minerals does not mean that you can treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please consult your health care professional for information on health care issues and do not stop any medications or courses of treatment, without first consulting your health care professional. The use of gemstones or minerals as a wellness therapy is one of personal choice. While stones or crystals have been used historically to relieve or prevent symptoms, the objects sold on our website offer no guarantee of results. Therefore, Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for the effectiveness of these objects sold herein.
It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties. However, using or wearing gemstones or minerals does not mean that you can treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please consult your health care professional for information on health care issues and do not stop any medications or courses of treatment, without first consulting your health care professional. The use of gemstones or minerals as a wellness therapy is one of personal choice. While stones or crystals have been used historically to relieve or prevent symptoms, the objects sold on our website offer no guarantee of results. Therefore, Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for the effectiveness of these objects sold herein.
