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Please note that you will be bidding on one or more of four very similar rubies, so please select the amount of items you are bidding on.
NB - If you are the winning bidder on all four rubies, you will receive a 5th ruby (1.0 ct +) with the same qualities as a gift...a chance not be missed!
ITEM DETAILS
Gem Type : Natural Ruby
Weight : 4.66 Ct (total weight) / Average of 1.65 Ct each
Size : Approx. 6.2 mm in diameter
Colour : Top Blood Red
Clarity : SI
Shape : Round cut
Lustre : Excellent
Treatment : Heated
Hardness : 9
Specific Gravity : 3.9 - 4.1
Refractive Index : 1.76 - 1.78
Origin : Madagascar
CLARITY SCALE
Flawless/Internally Flawless = No inclusions visible, by an expert at 10X magnification.
VVS1-VVS2 = Very, very slight inclusions very difficult for an expert to find under 10X.
VS1-VS2 = Very slight inclusions difficult for an expert to find under 10X.
SI1-SI2 = Noticeable, relatively easy to find under 10X. Not visible without magnification in a face-up direction.
I1-I3 = Obvious under 10X, may be visible to the unaided eye, I3 inclusions may affect the stone's durability.