Ruby 187 carats GROSS rough ruby crystal, untreated- 37.52 g - (1)

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One untreated rough ruby crystal of 187 carats (37.52 g) from the Tiris Zemmour region, Mauritania.

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Description from the seller

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

Despite its size, the translucency is good, which is what makes this ruby special
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 100 km from the town of Zouérate.

I found this ruby during research and surveying in the Mauritanian desert
I am presenting it as I found it; I have not done any heat or chemical treatment, just cleaned it 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 response characteristic of corundums (rubies and sapphires) under ultraviolet illumination, I also illuminated this ruby with a small lamp that emits ultraviolet light.
I photographed this gem as honestly and precisely as possible using daylight.
Please note that differences in screen settings and ambient lighting can lead to variations in perceived color, saturation, and 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) via French registered mail.
Shipped with a tracking and traceability code.

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

Despite its size, the translucency is good, which is what makes this ruby special
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 100 km from the town of Zouérate.

I found this ruby during research and surveying in the Mauritanian desert
I am presenting it as I found it; I have not done any heat or chemical treatment, just cleaned it 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 response characteristic of corundums (rubies and sapphires) under ultraviolet illumination, I also illuminated this ruby with a small lamp that emits ultraviolet light.
I photographed this gem as honestly and precisely as possible using daylight.
Please note that differences in screen settings and ambient lighting can lead to variations in perceived color, saturation, and 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) via French registered mail.
Shipped with a tracking and traceability code.

Details

Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Ruby
Mineral form
187 carats GROSS rough ruby crystal, untreated
Weight
37.52 g
Origin (region/city)
Tiris Zemmour
Country of origin
Mauritania
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1968
Objects sold
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