Natural Ruby (Manik)- (Clarity Basis)

A clarity-based description of a natural Ruby (Manik) emphasizes the gem’s transparency, internal characteristics, and overall visual purity. Here’s a detailed look focusing on the clarity aspect:

Clarity Basis:

1. Transparency:

• A high-quality natural Ruby exhibits exceptional transparency, allowing light to pass through the gem with minimal obstruction. This transparency enhances the gem’s overall brilliance and luminosity.

2. Inclusions:

• The presence of inclusions, or internal characteristics, is a common trait in natural gemstones. In a clarity-based evaluation of a Ruby, the type, size, and location of inclusions become crucial factors.
• Fine or minute inclusions that do not significantly impact transparency are acceptable, and they may even serve as natural identifying features.

3. Type of Inclusions:

• Typical inclusions in Rubies include needle-like rutile, mineral crystals, or natural growth features. The presence of silk, which are fine needle-like inclusions of rutile, is not uncommon and can contribute to the gem’s visual allure.

4. Eye-Clean to Loupe-Clean:

• A clarity rating for a natural Ruby is often categorized as “eye-clean” when inclusions are not visible to the naked eye. A step further is “loupe-clean,” indicating that even under 10x magnification, no significant inclusions are apparent.

5. Internal Characteristics:

• Inclusions may manifest as tiny crystals, gas bubbles, or mineral traces within the gem. The rarity of a Ruby increases with a higher degree of transparency and fewer or less noticeable internal characteristics.

6. Enhancement Information:

• Transparency can also be influenced by any treatments or enhancements the Ruby may have undergone. Commonly, heat treatment is applied to improve color and clarity. Transparency assessments should consider the impact of such treatments.

7. Clarity Grading:

• Gemological laboratories provide clarity grades for gemstones. Rubies are often graded on a scale ranging from “Flawless” to “Included” (I1, I2, I3), with gradations in between. A premium Ruby typically falls within the “VVS” (Very, Very Slightly Included) to “SI” (Slightly Included) range.

8. Brilliance and Scintillation:

• A high-clarity Ruby showcases exceptional brilliance, defined by its ability to reflect and refract light. Scintillation, the play of light within the gem, is also affected by its clarity and transparency.

9. Transparency in Jewelry:

• When set in jewelry, a Ruby’s transparency is vital to the gem’s overall visual impact. A well-cut and transparent Ruby will sparkle in various lighting conditions, making it a captivating centerpiece.

• Allow our team of expert gemologists select a Natural Super Premium Ruby gemstone (Old Burma) of Super Premium Quality from our offline inventory of gemstones. The selected gemstone shall be of relatively the same quality as those shown in the sample photographs, with weight within -0.2ct to +0.5ct range from your selection. You can alternatively decide to browse through our collection of catalogued gemstones with photos and videos to select a gemstone of your own choice by going to the Ruby category page

  • Gemstone

    Ruby

  • Treatment

    Unheated and Untreated (No Indications Observed)

  • Cut

    Mixed Cuts

  • Certification

    Free Lab Certificate

  • Quality

    Super Premium

  • Shape

    Oval

  • Composition

    Natural

  • Return Policy

    10 Day Money-Back Returns*

  • Origin

    Myanmar (Burma)

  • Colour

    Red

  • Specific Gravity

    4

  • Refractive Index

    1760 – 1.770