Natural Pinkish Red Ruby From Malawi - Heated 0.97ct 7x5.2mm Pear Cut

A natural pear-cut ruby from Malawi, weighing 0.97 carats and measuring 7x5.2mm. The large pear outline at 7x5.2mm delivers strong face coverage that makes this stone appear generous on the finger or in a pendant setting. The body color is a warm pinkish-red characteristic of Malawian ruby, a distinctive tone that distinguishes it from the deeper reds of Madagascar or Mozambique material. Transparent with SI clarity, the color shows attractively through the broad pear face.

Malawi is a ruby-producing country in southern Africa, with deposits at Chimwadzulu Hill that yield material with a recognized warm pinkish-red character. Malawian ruby has a distinct identity in the trade and appeals to buyers who want labeled African origin with its own color personality. Heat treatment has been applied to this stone to optimize clarity and deepen the natural tone. At 0.97ct and 7x5.2mm, the large pear face area is practical for a pendant or statement ring.

• Stone type: Natural ruby (corundum)
• Treatment: Heated
• Cut/Form: Pear faceted
• Size: 7x5.2mm
• Weight: 0.97ct
• Clarity: SI
• Origin: Malawi

Natural Malawi ruby, heated, July birthstone - sold loose.