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ID: 567387
Weight: 1.13ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS-SI
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 1,044.12
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ID: 633158
Weight: 27.86ct
Size: 17.8 x 15.2 mm
Clarity: Translucent
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Price: $ 869.23
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ID: 499750
Weight: 0.75ct
Size: 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS-SI
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Price: $ 290.57
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ID: 669416
Weight: 0.95ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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Price: $ 62.70
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ID: 569424
Weight: 1.07ct
Size: 6.3 x 5.2 mm
Clarity: SI
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ID: 701093
Weight: 1.18ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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ID: 668530
Weight: 1.92ct
Size: 7.7 x 6 mm
Clarity: VS
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ID: 668393
Weight: 2.13ct
Size: 8.1 x 6.3 mm
Clarity: VS
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ID: 728945
Weight: 1.18ct (total)
Size: 6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS-SI
Content: 2 pcs
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ID: 669520
Weight: 2.28ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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ID: 646720
Weight: 0.31ct
Size: 4 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: SI
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 133.74
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ID: 729162
Weight: 1.00ct
Size: 5.5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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ID: 521337
Weight: 11.13ct
Size: 14.3 x 10.6 mm
Clarity: Opaque
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ID: 722506
Weight: 1.79ct
Size: 6.5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS-SI
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ID: 705587
Weight: 0.30ct
Size: 3.8 mm
Clarity: SI-I1
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ID: 525315
Weight: 7.28ct
Size: 12.8 x 10.7 mm
Clarity: Opaque
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ID: 683408
Weight: 1.14ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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ID: 732430
Weight: 11.24ct
Size: 13 x 11.8 mm
Clarity: VS
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Price: $ 674.40
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ID: 708234
Weight: 3.77ct
Size: 10 x 7 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Opaque
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ID: 646591
Weight: 0.73ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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ID: 728932
Weight: 1.10ct
Size: 5.5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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ID: 669092
Weight: 1.24ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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ID: 705590
Weight: 0.31ct
Size: 4 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: SI-I1
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ID: 705639
Weight: 0.23ct
Size: 3.5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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ID: 728961
Weight: 0.82ct
Size: 6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS-SI
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ID: 683312
Weight: 1.33ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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ID: 538211
Weight: 0.90ct
Size: 5.5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS-SI
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ID: 499748
Weight: 0.85ct
Size: 5.3 mm
Clarity: VS-SI
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ID: 724571
Weight: 2.17ct
Size: 8.9 x 6.6 mm
Clarity: VS
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ID: 683593
Weight: 2.64ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 264.00
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ID: 525311
Weight: 9.28ct
Size: 12 x 11 mm
Clarity: Opaque
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Price: $ 147.00
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ID: 537998
Weight: 0.90ct
Size: 5.5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS-SI
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ID: 729187
Weight: 0.57ct
Size: 6.1 x 4.2 mm
Clarity: VS
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ID: 499494
Weight: 0.79ct
Size: 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS-SI
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ID: 689901
Weight: 1.18ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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ID: 728891
Weight: 0.88ct
Size: 6 x 4 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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ID: 728990
Weight: 1.30ct
Size: 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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ID: 729072
Weight: 0.98ct
Size: 5.2 mm
Clarity: VS
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Price: $ 105.84
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ID: 648030
Weight: 0.33ct
Size: 4 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS-SI
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Price: $ 142.37
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ID: 631082
Weight: 0.76ct
Size: 5.5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS-SI
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 297.17
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ID: 669723
Weight: 2.47ct (total)
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
Content: 2 pcs
Price: $ 163.02
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ID: 567369
Weight: 0.94ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS-SI
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 868.56
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ID: 522077
Weight: 16.49ct
Size: 15.8 x 13.6 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 261.20
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ID: 700486
Weight: 1.17ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 42.12
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ID: 668953
Weight: 1.42ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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Price: $ 51.12
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ID: 700165
Weight: 1.31ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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Price: $ 47.16
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ID: 705533
Weight: 0.19ct
Size: 3.5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
Price: $ 75.49
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ID: 714500
Weight: 0.46ct
Size: 5 x 4 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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Price: $ 154.56
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ID: 609246
Weight: 8.39ct
Size: 13 x 11 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: Translucent
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 276.88
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ID: 705439
Weight: 0.18ct
Size: 3.3 mm
Clarity: VS-SI
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Price: $ 71.52
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ID: 722554
Weight: 1.76ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS-SI
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Price: $ 190.08
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ID: 495084
Weight: 0.92ct
Size: 5.5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS-SI
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 395.70
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ID: 728804
Weight: 1.13ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 122.04
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ID: 721213
Weight: 1.28ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 107.52
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ID: 567362
Weight: 1.17ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS-SI
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 1,081.08
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ID: 522241
Weight: 21.03ct
Size: 17.9 x 14.9 mm
Clarity: Opaque
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 333.12
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ID: 705274
Weight: 0.20ct
Size: 3.5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS-SI
Price: $ 79.46
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ID: 569749
Weight: 1.11ct
Size: 7.1 x 5.2 mm
Clarity: SI
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ID: 721367
Weight: 1.43ct
Size: 8 x 6 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
Content: 1 pc
Price: $ 120.12
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ID: 669744
Weight: 1.35ct
Size: 7 x 5 mm (calibrated)
Clarity: VS
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FAQs

What makes a loose ruby valuable?

A loose ruby is valued based on its ruby color, gemstone clarity, and carat weight. Rare varieties like pigeon blood ruby and Burmese ruby are especially prized for their vivid red hues and minimal inclusions.

What is the difference between a faceted ruby and a ruby cabochon?

A faceted ruby is cut with multiple flat surfaces to maximize brilliance, while a ruby cabochon has a smooth, rounded shape, showcasing the stone’s natural beauty. Both types are popular in ruby jewelry designs.

How do ruby inclusions affect value?

Most natural rubies have some level of ruby inclusions. While minor inclusions are common, fewer inclusions generally increase a ruby’s value, as they enhance the stone’s gemstone clarity.

What is a star ruby, and why is it unique?

A star ruby is a rare type of loose ruby that displays a star-like pattern across its surface due to light reflecting off its inclusions. These are highly sought after for their distinct appearance.

How can I tell if a ruby has been heat-treated?

Heat-treated rubies are enhanced to improve their ruby color and clarity. A gemologist can help identify whether a loose ruby has undergone treatment by examining the stone’s internal characteristics.

Are Burmese rubies more valuable than other rubies?

Burmese rubies are among the most valuable due to their deep red color and excellent gemstone clarity. Their origin in Myanmar (Burma) is historically associated with some of the finest loose rubies in the world.

What is the best setting for loose rubies in jewelry?

Settings for loose rubies depend on the stone’s cut. A faceted ruby may be showcased in a prong setting to maximize its brilliance, while a ruby cabochon can be beautifully displayed in a bezel setting for protection and style.

What are loose rubies?

Loose rubies are unmounted gemstones that are not set in any jewelry. They offer flexibility for creating custom designs such as rings, necklaces, and earrings. Our collection includes a wide range of loose rubies, including natural rubies, certified rubies, and untreated rubies.

What is the difference between heat-treated rubies and untreated rubies?

Heat-treated rubies undergo a process to enhance their color and clarity, making them more vibrant and appealing. Untreated rubies, on the other hand, retain their natural properties and are prized for their originality and rarity. Both types are available in various shapes, such as oval ruby, round ruby, cushion ruby, and emerald-cut ruby.

What is a pigeon blood red ruby?

Pigeon blood red rubies are highly sought-after gemstones known for their vivid, deep red hue. They are often considered the finest rubies and are commonly sourced from regions like Burma (Myanmar) and Mozambique.

Where do your loose rubies come from?

Our loose rubies are sourced from renowned locations, including Burma, Mozambique, Thailand, and Madagascar. These regions are known for producing high-quality rubies with exceptional color and clarity.

Are all your rubies certified?

Yes, many of our loose rubies are certified by reputable gemological institutes. Certified rubies come with documentation verifying their authenticity, quality, and origin, giving you confidence in your purchase.

What shapes and cuts of loose rubies are available?

We offer a variety of cuts to suit your preferences, including round ruby, oval ruby, cushion ruby, and emerald-cut ruby. Each shape highlights the beauty and brilliance of the gemstone in a unique way.

What is corundum, and how does it relate to rubies?

Rubies belong to the corundum mineral family, which is known for its exceptional hardness and durability. With a rating of 9 on the Mohs scale, rubies are ideal for everyday wear and are one of the hardest gemstones in the world.

Can I use loose rubies for custom jewelry?

Absolutely! Loose rubies are perfect for creating bespoke jewelry pieces. Whether you want a stunning ruby engagement ring or a unique pendant, our collection of unmounted rubies gives you the freedom to bring your vision to life.

How do I choose the best loose ruby?

When selecting a loose ruby, consider factors such as color, clarity, carat weight, and origin. Pigeon blood red rubies are highly valuable for their intense color, while untreated rubies are ideal for those seeking natural beauty.

Why are rubies from Burma and Mozambique so special?

Burma and Mozambique are known for producing some of the finest rubies in the world. Burmese rubies, particularly pigeon blood red rubies, are celebrated for their vivid color, while Mozambique rubies are valued for their excellent clarity and brightness.

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