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Ruby on Matrix from Afghanistan
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Office No. 1, Al Mukhtiar Gems Chamber, Gem Street, Namak Mandi, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, 25000, Pakistan.This specimen features an exceptional Ruby crystal of 1.2 cm beautifully grown on a matrix. The crystal is perched beautifully on the matrix, creating a striking contrast that enhances its overall visual appeal. The Ruby is lustrous, translucent, and boasts a classic waxy luster, glowing brilliantly when backlit. This specimen is perfectly intact and impressively well-balanced, with an ideal Ruby-to-matrix ratio. The locality has recently emerged as one of the world’s finest for high-quality Ruby specimens, and this particular piece is likely one of the earliest and most prized examples. Its sharp, aesthetic presentation makes it a competitive toenail of exceptional quality, ideal for any discerning collection.
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Species
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.5 x 2.5 x 2.0 cm
Weight18 grams
Listed on10/22/2024
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red corundum known for vivid pigeon-blood color, 9 Mohs hardness, and dramatic matrix on marble or zoisite; prized for rarity and notable localities.
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