Ruby 227 carats LARGE rough ruby crystal, untreated- 45.42 g - (1)

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Description from the seller

Approximate place of discovery
23°17' North
11°14' West

Despite its size, the translucency is good, which is the distinguishing feature of this ruby
The color is blood-red....
All of this makes this ruby a truly exceptional piece

This large ruby crystal (corundum) comes from Mauritania, (Tiris Zemmour region) about 100km from the town of Zouerate.

I found this ruby during research and reconnaissance in the Mauritanian desert
I am offering it as I found it; I have not subjected it to any thermal or chemical treatment, just cleaned with soapy water.

All photos were taken in natural daylight.
For some of them I placed the ruby on the lit flashlight of my mobile phone
In order to show the strong fluorescence reaction characteristic of corundums (ruby and sapphire) under ultraviolet light, I additionally illuminated this ruby with a small lamp that emits ultraviolet light.
I photographed this gem as sincerely and precisely as possible using daylight.
Please note that differences in screen settings and ambient lighting can lead to variations in color, saturation, and perceived tone.

The ruby you will receive is of course the one shown in the photos.

I ship quickly, securely and discreetly in a sturdy C5 envelope (162mm x 229mm) by La Poste French registered mail.
Shipped with a tracking and traceability code.

Approximate place of discovery
23°17' North
11°14' West

Despite its size, the translucency is good, which is the distinguishing feature of this ruby
The color is blood-red....
All of this makes this ruby a truly exceptional piece

This large ruby crystal (corundum) comes from Mauritania, (Tiris Zemmour region) about 100km from the town of Zouerate.

I found this ruby during research and reconnaissance in the Mauritanian desert
I am offering it as I found it; I have not subjected it to any thermal or chemical treatment, just cleaned with soapy water.

All photos were taken in natural daylight.
For some of them I placed the ruby on the lit flashlight of my mobile phone
In order to show the strong fluorescence reaction characteristic of corundums (ruby and sapphire) under ultraviolet light, I additionally illuminated this ruby with a small lamp that emits ultraviolet light.
I photographed this gem as sincerely and precisely as possible using daylight.
Please note that differences in screen settings and ambient lighting can lead to variations in color, saturation, and perceived tone.

The ruby you will receive is of course the one shown in the photos.

I ship quickly, securely and discreetly in a sturdy C5 envelope (162mm x 229mm) by La Poste French registered mail.
Shipped with a tracking and traceability code.

Details

Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Ruby
Mineral form
227 carats LARGE rough ruby crystal, untreated
Weight
45.42 g
Origin (region/city)
Tiris Zemmour
Country of origin
Mauritania
FranceVerified
1946
Objects sold
98.31%
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