25.32 CARATS!! PIGEON-BLOOD RUBY - TOP QUALITY GÉANT - MAURITANIA - Height: 17.6 mm - Width: 15 mm- 5.06 g - (1)

Discover this remarkable 100% natural, untreated rough ruby of 25.32 carats, originating from Mauritania, a gemstone that captivates with its raspberry-red color, generous volume, and stunning light transmission.

This specimen features a compact and harmonious morphology, with broad crystal facets and a particularly expressive coloration. Under transmitted light, the crystal glows with spectacular red-pink hues, revealing a depth and visual richness that are fascinating.

Its weight above 25 carats makes it a particularly interesting piece for demanding collectors and specialized lapidaries.

Technical specifications

- Stone: Natural ruby – Red variety of corundum
- Weight: 25.32 carats
- Dimensions: 17.6 × 15 × 11 mm
- Reported origin: Mauritania
- Color: Intense raspberry red, bright red-pink nuances
- Clarity: Translucent, with beautiful light transmission zones
- Form: Natural rough crystal, compact morphology
- Crystallization: Trigonal system
- Hardness: 9 on the Mohs scale
- Treatments: None – 0 treatments
- Naturalness: 100% natural and untreated, per provided information

Gemmological analysis

Exceptional color: This ruby features a beautiful raspberry-red coloration, particularly intense and luminous. Under backlighting, its red-pink nuances gain remarkable depth, with a seductive contrast between the central areas and the darker peripheral zones.

Translucency: A substantial portion of the crystal lets light pass through, especially in its lower region. This property highlights its internal structure and is an interesting asset for studying its cutting potential.

Crystal structure: The stone reveals growth lines, internal variations, and several dark inclusions visible. These natural characteristics contribute to its mineralogical identity and should be examined before any transformation.

History and rarity

Since antiquity, ruby has held a privileged place among gemstones. Symbol of power, passion, and prosperity, it has long been sought after by kings and great civilizations.
Its famous red color is mainly related to the presence of chromium in the crystal structure of corundum.
Natural rubies above 25 carats in rough form, combining attractive color and translucent zones, are of particular interest to gemstone enthusiasts.
Its declared Mauritanian origin adds an interesting geographic dimension, as this origin is less traditionally represented in the global ruby trade.

Potential for cutting and collection

With its 25.32 carats and balanced dimensions, this ruby offers several possibilities:
- Collection: A superb natural, large-size crystal, with intense colors and expressive structure.
- Cutting: A rough material presenting interesting translucent zones, can be studied by an experienced lapidary to consider an appropriate cut.
- Heritage interest: A specimen with character, whose value will depend on gemological assessment of its internal quality, condition, and characteristics.
The presence of inclusions and natural fractures should be considered in any assessment of cutting yield.

Practical information

- Photographs taken in macrophotography, with transmitted light to reveal internal characteristics.
- Nuances may vary depending on lighting conditions and screens.
- You will receive exactly the stone shown in the photographs.
- Carefully protected shipping in appropriate packaging.

A magnificent 25.32-carat natural ruby from Mauritania, combining spectacular raspberry-red color, attractive translucency, and generous proportions. A remarkable collection piece for natural gemstone enthusiasts.

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