{"title":"Ruby","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRuby – The Gemstone of Passion and Vitality\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover our curated selection of natural rubies, each hand-selected for its exceptional colour, clarity, and character. Prized for millennia as the king of gemstones, ruby's intense red hue evokes passion, energy, and timeless elegance — making it one of the most coveted stones in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a Ruby?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuby is the red variety of the mineral corundum (aluminium oxide), with its signature colour derived from trace amounts of chromium. The finest rubies display a vivid, saturated red — often described as \"pigeon's blood\" — with strong fluorescence that gives the stone an almost luminous glow. As a member of the corundum family, ruby shares its mineral species with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sapphire\" title=\"Sapphire Collection\"\u003esapphire\u003c\/a\u003e, differing only in colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigins and Rarity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe world's most celebrated rubies originate from Myanmar (Burma), renowned for producing stones of unparalleled colour and fluorescence. Other significant sources include Mozambique, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Madagascar. Each origin imparts its own distinct character — from the deep, velvety reds of Burmese rubies to the bright, slightly pinkish tones of Sri Lankan stones. Truly fine, unheated rubies are exceptionally rare and command significant premiums in the collector market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuality and Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuby quality is assessed across colour (hue, saturation, and tone), clarity, cut, and carat weight. Colour is the dominant factor — the most valuable rubies display a pure, vivid red with minimal secondary hues. Natural, unheated rubies with no clarity enhancements are the most prized. Each stone in our collection is carefully evaluated and described with full transparency on treatment status and origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Our Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuby pairs beautifully with other premium coloured gemstones. Explore our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sapphire\" title=\"Sapphire Collection\"\u003esapphire collection\u003c\/a\u003e for classic blues and fancy colours, discover our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spinel\" title=\"Spinel Collection\"\u003espinel collection\u003c\/a\u003e for vibrant reds and pinks, browse our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/garnet\" title=\"Garnet Collection\"\u003egarnet collection\u003c\/a\u003e for rich warm tones, or view our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tourmaline\" title=\"Tourmaline Collection\"\u003etourmaline collection\u003c\/a\u003e for rainbow varieties. Visit our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faqs\" title=\"FAQs\"\u003eFAQs page\u003c\/a\u003e for more information or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping Policy\"\u003eshipping details\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"1-01ct-purplish-red-ruby-pear-unheated-mozambique-origin","title":"1.01ct Purplish Red Ruby | Pear | Unheated| Mozambique Origin","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover this stunning 1.01-carat purplish red ruby, a natural treasure from Mozambique's renowned gemstone deposits. Cut in an elegant pear shape, this unheated stone showcases the authentic colour and clarity that collectors and jewellers prize. The warm, deep red hues with subtle purple undertones create exceptional depth and character — perfect for a bespoke engagement ring, pendant, or investment piece. Each facet reveals the gem's natural beauty, untreated and genuine. A rare find for those seeking quality and authenticity in fine gemstones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGemstone Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Purplish Red Ruby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarat Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.01ct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape \u0026amp; Cut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pear, well cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red with purplish undertones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e VS — one inclusion on the pavilion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unheated \u0026amp; untreated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mozambique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e EG Lab Report, Colombo Sri Lanka \u0026amp; Retail Valuation Report, Independent Jewellery \u0026amp; Gem Valuations, Brisbane Australia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Natural Rubies\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuby is the red variety of corundum, coloured by trace chromium, and is one of the rarest and most valuable coloured gemstones in the world. Mozambique has emerged as a premier source for vivid, high-saturation rubies with excellent transparency. Unheated rubies — like this stone — command significant premiums as they represent the gem in its purest natural state, with no artificial enhancement to colour or clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ruby\" title=\"Natural Ruby Collection\"\u003eruby collection\u003c\/a\u003e for more hand-selected stones, or explore related gemstones including our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spinel\" title=\"Spinel Collection\"\u003espinel collection\u003c\/a\u003e for vibrant reds and pinks, and our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/garnet\" title=\"Garnet Collection\"\u003egarnet collection\u003c\/a\u003e for rich warm tones. Visit our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/faqs\" title=\"FAQs\"\u003eFAQs page\u003c\/a\u003e for gemstone buying guidance or \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping Policy\"\u003eshipping details\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lustrous Stones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49942152839411,"sku":"RUBY-1.01- PEAR_UH","price":3890.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/1422\/9235\/files\/746d7c44-49cb-452f-8557-99512aa2e747.png?v=1784506458"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/1422\/9235\/collections\/8a3df6aa-3f5b-450d-8bbb-6a606e73a24b.png?v=1784505275","url":"https:\/\/lustrousstone.com\/collections\/ruby.oembed","provider":"Lustrous Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}