Discover high-quality 1-3 carat Ruby gemstones at GemSelect, featuring various cuts and color saturations to suit every design. Each stone is guaranteed natural and certified, with full transparency on pricing and availability. All items are in stock and ready to ship globally, making it easy to find the perfect ruby for your next project.
What is the average size of a 1-3 carat ruby gemstone?
A 1-carat ruby typically measures around 6 mm, while a 3-carat ruby can range from 8 to 9 mm depending on the cut. Rubies are denser than diamonds, so they appear slightly smaller for the same carat weight.
Are 1-3 carat rubies considered rare?
Yes, fine-quality rubies in the 1-3 carat range are relatively rare, especially those with rich color and minimal inclusions. The rarity increases with better clarity and more saturated red tones.
How much does a 1-3 carat ruby typically cost?
Prices vary widely based on color, clarity, and origin. Natural rubies in this range can cost anywhere from $300 to over $10,000 per carat. Top-quality Burmese rubies are among the most valuable.
Are rubies in this carat range suitable for engagement rings?
Absolutely. 1-3 carat ruby gemstones are ideal for engagement rings, offering a bold look with excellent durability (Mohs 9) suitable for everyday wear.
What shapes are most common for 1-3 carat rubies?
Oval and cushion cuts are the most common due to how rubies form in nature, though round, pear, and emerald cuts are also available.
Are these rubies treated or natural?
Most rubies on the market are heat-treated to enhance color and clarity. At GemSelect, rubies are clearly labeled regarding treatment and certification, ensuring transparency.
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Posted By Son Gift in January, 2025
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I love the quality, package and info of your gems.
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It is a good experience, it is easy to view the item, and easy to check out.
Posted By Neo in November, 2024
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I've made several purchases through GemSelect in the past, although not within the last six months. Their gems are always beautiful and I have never had an issue with their prices or their stones. Even when I'm not buying, I love scrolling through their website, which is very user friendly. I especially appreciate being able to change the listing order to your own liking, such as most to least expensive, largest to smallest, etc. As with most online orders, however, I think the shipping charges are not commensurate with the actual weight of the items shipped.
Posted By DrLHS in November, 2024
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I was looking for a site with every type of gem I could want for setting in luxury blades and assumed I would need to look outside the US, but GemSelect made it easy to get everything I wanted without leaving the house! Wide enough selection that I do not feel the need to look elsewhere and pricing the same.
Posted By Razormane in April, 2025
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Will know more once order received
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love the site, the experience and the products.
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Great selection of gems at a reasonable price
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Overall Rating -> 10
Very surprised how quick and efficient it was to checkout and pay. Also found exactly what I was looking for no issues.
