Natural Ruby 0.40ct Heated Oval Cut

Natural Ruby 0.40ct Heated Oval CutAn oval cut natural ruby from Madagascar, 0. 40 carats, measuring 5. 1x3. 8mm. Heat treated, the stone shows a warm pinkish red color with good transparency the slightly elongated oval outline at this weight gives it a larger visual footprint, and the faceting carries the color clearly across the face. Clarity is SI, with inclusions visible under a loupe but the stone transparent and presenting its warm red cleanly. Madagascar is one of the world's

An oval-cut natural ruby from Madagascar, 0.40 carats, measuring 5.1x3.8mm. Heat treated, the stone shows a warm pinkish-red color with good transparency - the slightly elongated oval outline at this weight gives it a larger visual footprint, and the faceting carries the color clearly across the face. Clarity is SI, with inclusions visible under a loupe but the stone transparent and presenting its warm red cleanly.

Madagascar is one of the world's most significant ruby-producing regions at accessible price points, and heat treatment is standard for most commercial material from the island. At 0.40ct and 5.1x3.8mm, this ruby works well as a solo stone in a small ring setting or as a more prominent accent in a multi-stone design. Natural ruby, loose gemstone, July birthstone.

• Stone type: Natural ruby (corundum)
• Treatment: Heated
• Cut/Form: Oval faceted
• Size: 5.1x3.8mm
• Weight: 0.40ct
• Clarity: SI
• Origin: Madagascar

Natural Madagascar ruby, heated oval, July birthstone - sold loose.