2.77 cts Natural Ruby (Manikya)
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This natural ruby, known in India as Manikya, shows a Dark Purplish Red colour with a deep, richly toned appearance. The subtle purple influence gives the red a more dramatic, wine-like mood rather than a bright scarlet expression. Ruby has long been admired for its strong presence in jewellery, and this 2.77 carat stone carries that classic warmth in a graceful oval form.
The laboratory report notes indications of thermal enhancement with heating residue in fissures. Heat treatment is an accepted and commonly encountered practice in the ruby trade, and clear disclosure is important when selecting a fine gemstone. This stone is accompanied by certification from Nine Gems Lab, recording its identity and the reported enhancement details so that its character is understood with clarity.
Prominent inclusions are present, a feature that can be seen in natural rubies and should be appreciated as part of this individual stone’s visual character. The oval shape offers versatile design possibilities: it would suit a substantial yellow-gold ring with a clean, protective setting, or a bespoke pendant where its deep purplish-red colour can remain the focus. A thoughtful setting can frame the ruby beautifully without distracting from its natural personality.
In Vedic tradition, ruby is associated with the Sun (Surya), the planet linked with self-expression, leadership, confidence and vitality. Manikya holds an honoured place in Jyotish as Surya’s principal gemstone, traditionally worn by those seeking to strengthen the positive qualities connected with the Sun in their horoscope. At Nine Gems, Bengaluru, this natural ruby may appeal both as a striking jewellery stone and as a meaningful gem for those who value India’s enduring astrological traditions.
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Bengaluru 560051 KA India.
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