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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.
560 for sale·Member since 2026
This specimen features a 1 cm well-formed crystal of Ruby elegantly positioned on matrix. The rich pink hue of the Ruby contrasts beautifully with the matrix, highlighting the crystal’s vibrant color and enhancing its visual impact. The specimen is well-balanced and aesthetically pleasing.

Product details

Species
RubyAbout Ruby →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.5 x 3.5 x 3.0 cm
Weight59 grams
Added on10/22/2024
Locality
Afghanistan, Kabul, Jegdalek ruby depositRegional guide →

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Ruby
Mineral guide
Learn about Ruby
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 Jegdalek Ruby Deposit, Afghanistan
Jegdalek Ruby Deposit, Afghanistan — marble-hosted ruby locality famed for vivid red crystals, blue zoning, and a long mining tradition prized by collectors.