2.39 cts Unheated Natural Ruby (Manikya)
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This 2.39 carat Natural Ruby, known in India as Manikya, shows an appealing Purplish Red colour that brings a softer, more nuanced expression to the classic ruby palette. The red carries a gentle violet undertone, giving the stone a rich and individual personality rather than a flat primary red. Its oval outline is versatile for a refined ring or pendant, allowing the colour to remain the focus of the design.
A particularly important quality is its no indications of thermal enhancement status. In fine rubies, a recorded no-heat character is valued because the gemstone’s colour and natural features are presented without thermal enhancement. This gives buyers an opportunity to appreciate the ruby in its naturally recorded state, a quality that holds special appeal in the world of natural coloured gemstones.
The stone has notable inclusions, which are commonly found in natural rubies and form part of its individual character. They should be appreciated as visible internal features rather than overlooked in expectation of an unrealistically uniform appearance. Accompanied by certification from Nine Gems Lab, this Natural Ruby comes with professional documentation of its reported identity and treatment status, offering useful clarity when selecting an important loose gemstone.
In Vedic tradition, Manikya is associated with the Sun (Surya), the planet linked with confidence, vitality, authority and self-expression. Ruby has long held an honoured place in Jyotish as Surya’s principal gem, traditionally worn by those seeking to strengthen the positive qualities connected with the Sun in their horoscope. At Nine Gems, Bengaluru, this Purplish Red ruby can be beautifully set in a classic yellow-gold ring or an elegant bespoke pendant, where its warm colour can be enjoyed every day.
49, Chick Bazaar Road, Tasker Town,
Bengaluru 560051 KA India.
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