3.31 cts Natural Ruby (Manikya)
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This natural Ruby (Manikya) weighs 3.31 carats and shows a rich purplish red colour, where the classic warmth of ruby is softened by a subtle violet undertone. This colour character gives the stone a distinctive personality: not merely red, but a deeper shade with a gentle royal nuance. Ruby has long been treasured as one of the great precious gemstones, admired for its vivid association with passion, courage and enduring splendour.
The oval form is a graceful choice for a ruby of this size, lending itself beautifully to a finely made ring or a traditional pendant. Notable inclusions are present, as is often seen in natural rubies, and they form part of the gemstone’s individual internal character. Rather than expecting every ruby to look identical, a knowledgeable buyer appreciates that each natural Manikya carries its own visual identity and history of formation.
The stone shows indications of thermal enhancement, with heating residue in fissures. This is an important reported characteristic and should be understood clearly when choosing a ruby. Heating is a recognised enhancement in the trade, and the visible residue noted in fissures helps describe the gemstone’s present condition accurately. The ruby is accompanied by certification from Nine Gems Lab, providing professional documentation for its reported identity and treatment observations.
In Vedic astrology, Manikya is traditionally associated with the Sun (Surya), the planet linked with self-expression, leadership, confidence and vitality. Ruby holds a respected place in Jyotish as Surya’s gemstone, often chosen by those who value its powerful traditional symbolism. Whether set simply in a yellow-gold solitaire ring or made into a bespoke pendant, this purplish red natural ruby from Nine Gems, Bengaluru, brings a meaningful and colourful presence to fine jewellery.
49, Chick Bazaar Road, Tasker Town,
Bengaluru 560051 KA India.
GST: 29AAICK5335P1ZT