Natural Trapiche Ruby – Rough crystal with distinctive sector structure – 47.35 ct- 9.47 g
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This exceptional Trapiche ruby displays the radial, segmented structure typical of this rare growth form, clearly running through the entire crystal. The clearly visible sector-like zones give the piece a graphic, almost architectural effect and make its formation history immediately visible.
In terms of color, the ruby ranges in warm red to purple and violet tones, varying with the incidence of light. Partly translucent areas alternate with denser, mineral-influenced zones. On the edges and fracture surfaces, natural growth lines, fine textures, and original surface features come to the fore, underscoring the raw character of the crystal.
Particularly impressive is the translucency in the thinner sections, where the interior of the ruby glows in intense reddish nuances and further emphasizes the Trapiche structure. Inclusions and natural irregularities are visible and authentic – they strengthen the individual expression of this rare corundum representative.
An extraordinary collector’s piece that impresses both mineralogically and aesthetically with its rare Trapiche formation, its powerful color effect, and the clearly readable crystal structure.
Product Name: Ruby
Hardness 9
Weight: 47,35 ct
Size: 16x15x15mm
Origin : Burma
Treatment: Untreated
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It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties.
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This exceptional Trapiche ruby displays the radial, segmented structure typical of this rare growth form, clearly running through the entire crystal. The clearly visible sector-like zones give the piece a graphic, almost architectural effect and make its formation history immediately visible.
In terms of color, the ruby ranges in warm red to purple and violet tones, varying with the incidence of light. Partly translucent areas alternate with denser, mineral-influenced zones. On the edges and fracture surfaces, natural growth lines, fine textures, and original surface features come to the fore, underscoring the raw character of the crystal.
Particularly impressive is the translucency in the thinner sections, where the interior of the ruby glows in intense reddish nuances and further emphasizes the Trapiche structure. Inclusions and natural irregularities are visible and authentic – they strengthen the individual expression of this rare corundum representative.
An extraordinary collector’s piece that impresses both mineralogically and aesthetically with its rare Trapiche formation, its powerful color effect, and the clearly readable crystal structure.
Product Name: Ruby
Hardness 9
Weight: 47,35 ct
Size: 16x15x15mm
Origin : Burma
Treatment: Untreated
Our shipping costs are checked and acknowledged by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that handles the final inspection, pickup, packaging, and shipping; that is how these shipping costs are incurred.
The buyer bears all possible import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc..
See also our other items and shipping costs, pickup costs saved..
In some of the pictures the stone was backlit to show you the color of the stone.
In some stones we have held a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And there may be color deviations etc., as every computer, monitor, and phone can display different color 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
Rough crystal with distinctive sector structure – 47.35 ct
Weight
9.47 g
Country of origin
Burma
