2.96 cts Unheated Natural Ruby (Manikya)
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This natural Ruby, traditionally known as Manikya, carries a rich Purplish Red colour that brings together the warmth of red with a gentle violet nuance. It is an expressive and regal colour, reminiscent of crimson petals seen in the last light of evening. Ruby has long been cherished as one of the great precious gemstones, admired not only for its vivid presence but also for the sense of strength and grandeur it brings to fine jewellery.
A particularly important feature of this 2.96 carat ruby is its report stating no indications of thermal enhancement. This gives buyers the opportunity to appreciate a ruby whose recorded colour and character have not been thermally enhanced. Such a status is especially valued in fine rubies, as it preserves an important part of the stone’s natural story. Minor inclusions are present, as can be expected in natural ruby, while the oval shape offers an elegant outline for a ring or pendant.
The gemstone is accompanied by certification from Nine Gems Lab and IIGJ Research & Laboratories | GJEPC (IIGJ), providing professional documentation for its identity and reported treatment status. Its size and oval form would suit a refined solitaire ring, perhaps framed with understated diamonds, or a classic pendant where the Purplish Red colour can remain the centre of attention. At Nine Gems, Bengaluru, we particularly appreciate rubies that combine strong natural colour with clearly reported gemological credentials.
In Vedic astrology, Manikya is traditionally associated with the Sun (Surya), the graha linked with confidence, authority, vitality, self-respect and leadership. Ruby is worn in Jyotish practice to support the positive qualities of Surya, helping the wearer express purpose and personal strength with greater assurance. For someone considering a ruby as a Surya gemstone, this natural, no-heat Manikya offers a meaningful choice with the enduring beauty expected of this revered gem.
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Bengaluru 560051 KA India.
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