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Ruby/Sapphire

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A large, complex, doubly-terminated, crystal. It is lustrous and translucent, lavender to rose-red colored and has a sizable amount of translucent gem rough inside, I would say. The piece leans more to ruby but is obviously zoned and has regions of sapphire as well. 83 carats

Product details

SpeciesRuby, Sapphire
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.7 x 2.5 x 1.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityTanzania, Dodoma Region, Winza

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Ruby
Mineral guide
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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.
Ruby
Regional guide
Ruby from Winza, Tanzania
Winza ruby, Tanzania - gemmy rhombohedral corundum with vivid red hues, rare color zoning, and distinctive crystals for collectors.