Ruby Rough - Height: 2.5 cm - Width: 1.7 cm- 14.78 g - (1)
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Natural unheated ruby rough from Mozambique, weighing 73.85 carats (14.78 g) and measuring 2.5 × 1.7 × 1.1 cm.
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Raw Mozambique Ruby - 73.85 ct - Natural and Untreated
Up for auction an exceptional specimen of natural rough ruby from Mozambique's renowned deposits, famed for the quality and saturation of their corundums. This exceptional crystal boasts a substantial weight of 73.85 carats (14.78 grams) and features a vibrant and intense rosy red color. As shown in the photographs, the gem reveals a splendid translucence and strong brilliance when backlit, highlighting the internal structure and its natural inclusions, which certify its authenticity. The stone is completely natural and untreated (no thermal treatment or lead-glass filling). This is a perfect investment piece, ideal for mineral collectors as well as to be cut by expert lapidaries for the creation of high-value faceted gems.
Lot specifications:
Mineralogy: Natural Ruby (Corundum)
Origin: Mozambique
Weight: 73.85 carats / 14.78 grams
Dimensions: 2.5 x 1.7 x 1.1 cm
Treatment: None / 100% Natural (Unheated / Untreated)
State: Rough Crystal
Note: the photos were taken with the aid of a light source to best display the stone's color and internal transparency.
Raw Mozambique Ruby - 73.85 ct - Natural and Untreated
Up for auction an exceptional specimen of natural rough ruby from Mozambique's renowned deposits, famed for the quality and saturation of their corundums. This exceptional crystal boasts a substantial weight of 73.85 carats (14.78 grams) and features a vibrant and intense rosy red color. As shown in the photographs, the gem reveals a splendid translucence and strong brilliance when backlit, highlighting the internal structure and its natural inclusions, which certify its authenticity. The stone is completely natural and untreated (no thermal treatment or lead-glass filling). This is a perfect investment piece, ideal for mineral collectors as well as to be cut by expert lapidaries for the creation of high-value faceted gems.
Lot specifications:
Mineralogy: Natural Ruby (Corundum)
Origin: Mozambique
Weight: 73.85 carats / 14.78 grams
Dimensions: 2.5 x 1.7 x 1.1 cm
Treatment: None / 100% Natural (Unheated / Untreated)
State: Rough Crystal
Note: the photos were taken with the aid of a light source to best display the stone's color and internal transparency.
Details
Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Ruby
Mineral form
Rough
Weight
14.78 g
Country of origin
Mozambique
Height
2.5 cm
Width
1.7 cm
Depth
1.1 cm
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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.
