Red Ruby - 4.42 ct - Gem research Swiss Lab (GRS) - UnHeated

Rubies are among the most coveted and celebrated precious gemstones, renowned for their striking red color and durability. This 4.42-carat ruby comes with certification from the Gem Research Swiss Lab (GRS) indicating it is unheated, meaning it has not undergone treatment to enhance its color or clarity, which is highly valued in the gem market. Rubies are a variety of the mineral corundum, whose red coloration is due to traces of chromium. The intensity and purity of the red hue often determine a ruby's value, with deeper red tones called 'pigeon blood' considered the finest. Unheated rubies are rarer and prized by connoisseurs because their characteristics are entirely natural. Originating mainly from countries such as Myanmar, Thailand, and Mozambique, rubies have historically symbolized passion, protection, and prosperity. Their hardness of 9 on the Mohs scale makes them suitable for all types of jewelry, including rings worn daily.