Natural trapiche ruby rough stone – rare star-shaped crystal structure with intense 62.45 ct- 12.49 g

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Natural Trapiche ruby rough from Burma with a star-like crystal structure, weighing 62.45 ct (12.49 g) and measuring 21×19×12 mm, untreated.

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This extraordinary Trapiche ruby exhibits a particularly fascinating and rare crystal formation that clearly sets it apart from ordinary ruby rough stones. Characteristic are the recognizable, star- to spokes-like structures inside the gem, which give the piece its coveted Trapiche optic.

The surface features an original, natural rough stone texture with earthy brown-red to rust-colored areas, dark mineral inclusions, and striking violet-red ruby zones. Depending on the incidence of light, the ruby portions stand out to varying degrees and show a beautiful depth between purple, burgundy, and muted violet.

Especially interesting is the interplay between the rough matrix and the visible crystalline areas. The natural growth zones almost look like a geological pattern, making the piece a striking collector's item. The Trapiche structure is a rare phenomenon in ruby and gives this rough stone special mineralogical and aesthetic significance.

Due to its powerful, primal radiance, this piece is excellent for collectors of rare crystal forms, lovers of extraordinary rubies, and for a metaphysically oriented collection. Ruby has traditionally been associated with life force, strength, and inner fire, while the star-shaped Trapiche structure adds another special symbolic depth to the stone.

Product Name: Ruby
Hardness 9
Weight: 62.45 ct
Size: 21x19x12mm
Origin: Burma
Treatment: Untreated

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This extraordinary Trapiche ruby exhibits a particularly fascinating and rare crystal formation that clearly sets it apart from ordinary ruby rough stones. Characteristic are the recognizable, star- to spokes-like structures inside the gem, which give the piece its coveted Trapiche optic.

The surface features an original, natural rough stone texture with earthy brown-red to rust-colored areas, dark mineral inclusions, and striking violet-red ruby zones. Depending on the incidence of light, the ruby portions stand out to varying degrees and show a beautiful depth between purple, burgundy, and muted violet.

Especially interesting is the interplay between the rough matrix and the visible crystalline areas. The natural growth zones almost look like a geological pattern, making the piece a striking collector's item. The Trapiche structure is a rare phenomenon in ruby and gives this rough stone special mineralogical and aesthetic significance.

Due to its powerful, primal radiance, this piece is excellent for collectors of rare crystal forms, lovers of extraordinary rubies, and for a metaphysically oriented collection. Ruby has traditionally been associated with life force, strength, and inner fire, while the star-shaped Trapiche structure adds another special symbolic depth to the stone.

Product Name: Ruby
Hardness 9
Weight: 62.45 ct
Size: 21x19x12mm
Origin: Burma
Treatment: Untreated

The lots were photographed under professional lights. Please note that the colours might differ depending on the monitor settings and light source.

Our shipping costs have been checked and recognized by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that performs final inspection, pickup, packing, and shipping; thus these shipping costs arise.
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 color deviations may occur, as every computer, monitor, and mobile device may display colors to different qualities.

Details

Main mineral
Natural trapiche ruby rough stone – rare star-shaped crystal structure with intense
Mineral form
62.45 ct
Weight
12.49 g
Country of origin
Burma
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26550
Objects sold
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Unternehmen:
Hajo und Mario Stieger GbR
Repräsentant:
Mario Stieger
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Hajo und Mario Stieger GbR
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47906 Kempen
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Email:
mario.stieger33@gmail.com
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