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(NR) RARE BIG SIZE AMAZING 56.76ct SIX RAY STAR RUBY | NATURAL FROM AFRICA
- SKU
- Dimensions (mm)
- 21.9 x 18.05 x 12.95mm
- Weight (cts)
- 56.76
- Treatment
- Heat Treatment
- Shape
- Oval
- Type
- Cabochon
- Clarity
- SI
- Colours
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Welcome to SuchenGems!
A star ruby is a rare, prized variety of ruby that exhibits asterism, a star-like pattern of light that appears on its surface when viewed under direct light. This effect is caused by needle-like rutile inclusions, or "silk," within the stone that reflect light. Star rubies are typically cabochon-cut to showcase the star and are valued for the sharpness, centering, and high contrast of the star, along with the intensity and purity of their red body color.
Key characteristics:
Asterism:
The defining feature is a six-rayed star that seems to float and move across the surface when the stone is rotated in a light source.
Rutile Inclusions:
The microscopic rutile fibers (known as "silk") within the ruby are responsible for the star effect by reflecting light.
Color:
While star rubies can range from pinkish to orangey or brownish-red, the most desirable color is a pure red with a hint of violet, similar to "pigeon's blood".
Cut:
They are usually cut as cabochons (smooth, dome-shaped) to best display the asterism.
Hardness:
Star rubies are very hard, ranking 9 on the Mohs scale of hardness, right behind diamonds.
Rarity and Value:
They are rare, with only about one in a hundred mined rough rubies showing a star-like shape. Fine star rubies with vivid colors and sharp, centered stars are highly prized.
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- SKU
- Dimensions (mm)
- 21.9 x 18.05 x 12.95 mm
- Weight (cts)
- 56.76
- Treatment
- Heat Treatment
- Shape
- Oval
- Type
- Cabochon
- Clarity
- SI
- Colours
-
Welcome to SuchenGems!
A star ruby is a rare, prized variety of ruby that exhibits asterism, a star-like pattern of light that appears on its surface when viewed under direct light. This effect is caused by needle-like rutile inclusions, or "silk," within the stone that reflect light. Star rubies are typically cabochon-cut to showcase the star and are valued for the sharpness, centering, and high contrast of the star, along with the intensity and purity of their red body color.
Key characteristics:
Asterism:
The defining feature is a six-rayed star that seems to float and move across the surface when the stone is rotated in a light source.
Rutile Inclusions:
The microscopic rutile fibers (known as "silk") within the ruby are responsible for the star effect by reflecting light.
Color:
While star rubies can range from pinkish to orangey or brownish-red, the most desirable color is a pure red with a hint of violet, similar to "pigeon's blood".
Cut:
They are usually cut as cabochons (smooth, dome-shaped) to best display the asterism.
Hardness:
Star rubies are very hard, ranking 9 on the Mohs scale of hardness, right behind diamonds.
Rarity and Value:
They are rare, with only about one in a hundred mined rough rubies showing a star-like shape. Fine star rubies with vivid colors and sharp, centered stars are highly prized.
| Provider | Destination | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Shipping - Tracked Default |
Rest of World
21 days
|
first item
per additional item
shipping capped at
|
| DHL |
Rest of World
7 days
|
first item
per additional item
shipping capped at
|
| FedEx |
Rest of World
7 days
|
first item
per additional item
shipping capped at
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| Standard Shipping - Tracked Default |
Thailand
7 days
|
first item
per additional item
shipping capped at
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| DHL |
Thailand
3 days
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first item
per additional item
shipping capped at
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| FedEx |
Thailand
2 days
|
first item
per additional item
shipping capped at
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