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✔ Natural Gemstone
✔ Certified by Gemmologist
✔ Suitable for Engagement Rings
✔ Custom Ring Available

Collector Grade Natural Gemstone: No two sapphires are ever identical. Once this gemstone is sold, this exact piece will never return to our collection.

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Natural Ruby 1.02 Ct Oval Mixed Cut Loose Gemstone | Unheated Red Corundum July Birthstone

One-of-a-Kind Natural Sapphire — Available Only Once

✔ Natural Earth-Mined
✔ Certified Gemstone
✔ Engagement Ring Ready
✔ Free Worldwide Shipping
✔ 15-Day Returns
Sale price$357.00 USD

Natural Ruby weighing 1.02 carats, featuring an oval mixed cut, red colour and unheated status. Offered as a loose gemstone for custom jewellery and supplied with certification.

This natural ruby weighs 1.02 carats and displays a red colour in an oval mixed cut. Sold as a loose gemstone, it is suitable for custom engagement rings, pendants, and bespoke jewellery designs. Its unheated status and natural origin make it an appealing choice for buyers seeking an authentic ruby gemstone.

Quick Summary

  • Gemstone: Natural Ruby
  • Weight: 1.02 Carat
  • Shape: Oval Mixed Cut
  • Colour: Red
  • Treatment: Unheated
  • Transparency: Opaque
  • Birthstone: July
  • Certification: Included

Ruby is the red variety of corundum and is valued for its durability and long history in jewellery. Ranking 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, ruby is suitable for jewellery intended for regular wear when professionally set.

As the birthstone for July, ruby has traditionally been associated with passion, strength, and devotion. Its rich colour and enduring popularity make it a recognised choice for custom jewellery and gemstone collections.

Gemstone Specifications

  • Object: Loose Gemstone
  • Species: Natural Corundum
  • Identification: Natural Ruby
  • Colour: Red
  • Hardness: 9
  • Shape & Cut: Oval Mixed Cut
  • Measurements: 6.60 × 4.82 × 3.52 mm
  • Weight: 1.02 Carat
  • Treatment: Unheated
  • Transparency: Opaque
  • Birthstone: July

Certification & Authenticity

This ruby is supplied with a certificate provided with shipping, confirming its identification as a natural ruby.

Seller Notes: An opaque, included untreated ruby. Natural inclusions are visible and are consistent with the gemstone's natural formation.

Jewellery Applications

This gemstone is sold loose and is not supplied as a finished jewellery item. Suitable applications include:

  • Custom Engagement Rings
  • Solitaire Ring Designs
  • Pendants and Necklaces
  • July Birthstone Jewellery
  • Custom Fine Jewellery Projects
  • Gemstone Collections

Custom jewellery services are available using gold, rose gold, white gold, silver, platinum, and diamond accent settings.

Why Choose This Ruby?

Natural rubies are valued for their durability, distinctive colour, and historical significance in jewellery. Their combination of strength and visual appeal makes them a popular gemstone for custom jewellery projects and collectors.

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Shipping & Returns

Worldwide shipping is available. Buyers are responsible for applicable customs duties and taxes. Returns are accepted according to our published return policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a natural ruby?

Yes. This gemstone is identified as a natural ruby and belongs to the corundum family.

Has this ruby been treated?

No. This ruby is listed as unheated.

Does the ruby include certification?

Yes. A certificate is provided with shipping.

Can this ruby be used in an engagement ring?

Yes. Ruby ranks 9 on the Mohs hardness scale and is suitable for custom engagement ring designs.

Is this sold as a loose gemstone?

Yes. The ruby is sold as a loose gemstone and is not supplied as a finished jewellery item.

Natural ruby gemstone from NASHGEMS, 1.02 carats, loose precious ruby suitable for jewelry and engagement purposes.
Natural Ruby 1.02 Ct Oval Mixed Cut Loose Gemstone | Unheated Red Corundum July Birthstone Sale price$357.00 USD

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WHAT MAKES A RUBY VALUABLE?

  • Rubies are valued based on their color (pigeon blood red being most prized), clarity, cut, carat weight, and origin. Burmese rubies are especially sought after for their exceptional quality.

ARE RUBIES DURABLE?

  • Yes! Rubies rank 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, making them extremely durable and perfect for everyday wear, including rings, bracelets, and pendants.

WHAT TREATMENTS ARE COMMON FOR RUBIES?

  • Heat treatment is standard and permanent, enhancing color and clarity. All treatments are disclosed to ensure transparency and buyer confidence.

HOW CAN I TELL IF A RUBY IS NATURAL?

  • Natural rubies often contain inclusions visible under magnification. Certification from reputable gemological laboratories is recommended to verify authenticity.

WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN RUBY AND PINK SAPPHIRE?

  • Both rubies and pink sapphires are corundum. The distinction is based on color: rubies have a deeper red hue, while pink sapphires are lighter and less saturated.