Natural ruby rough crystal Rare, intensely luminous gemstone fragment - 48.35 ct- 9.67 g
Opens 09 December
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Description from the seller
This extraordinary ruby rough crystal already displays an impressive depth of color in its untreated state: from deep purplish red to fiery orange hues, vibrant shades unfold within, glowing intensely under strong light. The natural crystal shape with its irregular facets gives the piece a powerful, primal aura, while the translucent zones produce a bright, almost fiery glow — a characteristic feature of particularly high-quality rubies.
The lightly weathered surface with fine structures and mineral inclusions emphasizes the authentic character of the stone and makes it a unique collector's item. Such intense, highly light-reactive rough rubies are rare and increasingly popular, both for their aesthetic appeal and their long-term value potential.
A striking, powerful piece – ideal for discerning collectors, gemstone lovers, and anyone who appreciates natural gemstones with character and depth.
Ruby
Hardness 9
Weight: 48.35 ct
Size: 22x14x12mm
Origin: Burma
Untreated
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In some of the images, the stone was backlit to show you the color of the stone.
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The disclaimer regarding 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 basis.
evidence and cannot be considered a substitute for traditional medical treatment.
This extraordinary ruby rough crystal already displays an impressive depth of color in its untreated state: from deep purplish red to fiery orange hues, vibrant shades unfold within, glowing intensely under strong light. The natural crystal shape with its irregular facets gives the piece a powerful, primal aura, while the translucent zones produce a bright, almost fiery glow — a characteristic feature of particularly high-quality rubies.
The lightly weathered surface with fine structures and mineral inclusions emphasizes the authentic character of the stone and makes it a unique collector's item. Such intense, highly light-reactive rough rubies are rare and increasingly popular, both for their aesthetic appeal and their long-term value potential.
A striking, powerful piece – ideal for discerning collectors, gemstone lovers, and anyone who appreciates natural gemstones with character and depth.
Ruby
Hardness 9
Weight: 48.35 ct
Size: 22x14x12mm
Origin: Burma
Untreated
Our shipping costs have been verified and approved by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that handles final inspection, pickup, packaging, and the
Perform shipping; this results in these shipping costs.
Buyer bears all potential import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc.
See also our other articles and shipping costs, save on pickup costs.
In some of the images, the stone was backlit to show you the color of the stone.
With some stones, we held a light beneath the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And it can lead to deviations in colors, etc., since each computer, monitor, and mobile phone may display different qualities of colors!
The disclaimer regarding 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 basis.
evidence and cannot be considered a substitute for traditional medical treatment.
Details
Main Mineral
Natural ruby rough crystal
Mineral Form
Rare, intensely luminous gemstone fragment - 48.35 ct
Weight
9.67 g
Country of Origin
Burma
Disclaimer
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.
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.
