Rarer natural ruby rough crystal on matrix – intense red...

This exceptional mineral specimen presents a naturally grown ruby crystal, impressively embedded in its original matrix. The sturdy corundum crystal shows a distinctive crystal form and stands out through its deep red-violet color against the light host rock and the dark accompanying minerals. The combination of raw crystal, contrasting matrix, and natural preservation makes this piece a particularly attractive collector's item. Particularly impressive is the ruby's translucency. Under direct illumination, the crystal reveals an intense, bright red, showcasing its natural transparency and internal structure in a striking way. Depending on the angle of incidence, fascinating color interactions between dark purple-red and vivid ruby red arise, giving the crystal extraordinary optical depth. The matrix consists of light, coarse-grained minerals with numerous dark inclusions, which harmoniously surround the ruby and further highlight its color. The natural surface with its grown textures emphasizes the authentic character of this rare find and makes every viewing a new focal point. Ruby is the red variety of the mineral corundum and has been among the most coveted gemstones for millennia. Natural rough crystals in their original matrix are markedly rarer than cut gemstones and possess high mineralogical and collecting value. Pieces with clearly recognizable crystal form and pronounced translucency are especially popular. In crystal healing, ruby is traditionally associated with life force, courage, and passion. It is said to promote inner strength and to impart new energy and confidence. A rare and high-quality collector's piece with a naturally grown ruby crystal, impressive light effects, and extraordinary presence. Product Name: Ruby Hardness 9 Weight: 201.45 ct Size: 35x33x27 mm Origin: Kenya Treatment: Untreated Our shipping costs have been checked and acknowledged by Catawiki. We work with an external shipping company that performs the final inspection, collection, packaging, and shipment; thus these shipping costs arise. The buyer bears all potential import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc. See also our other items and shipping costs; pickup savings.. On some of the images the stone was backlit to show you the color of the stone. In some stones we held a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. The disclaimer about the healing properties as previously given : It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties. We and Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for these suggested attributes which have no scientific evidence and cannot be considered a substitute for traditional medical treatment.

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