Ruby 230 carats VERY LARGE rough ruby crystal, untreated- 46.05 g - (1)
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Rough, untreated ruby crystal weighing 46.05 g (230 carats) from Tiris Zemmour, 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 the characteristic 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 offer it as I found it; I have not subjected it to any heat or chemical treatment, just cleaned with soapy water.
All photos are 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 also illuminated this ruby with a small lamp that emits ultraviolet light.
I have photographed this gem as sincerely and accurately as possible using daylight.
Please note that differences in monitor 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 non-bendable C5 envelope (162mmx229mm) via French La Poste 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 the characteristic 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 offer it as I found it; I have not subjected it to any heat or chemical treatment, just cleaned with soapy water.
All photos are 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 also illuminated this ruby with a small lamp that emits ultraviolet light.
I have photographed this gem as sincerely and accurately as possible using daylight.
Please note that differences in monitor 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 non-bendable C5 envelope (162mmx229mm) via French La Poste registered mail.
Shipped with a tracking and traceability code.
Details
Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Ruby
Mineral form
230 carats VERY LARGE rough ruby crystal, untreated
Weight
46.05 g
Origin (region/city)
Tiris Zemmour
Country of origin
Mauritania
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