A pear-cut natural ruby from Madagascar, 0.27 carats, with a classic teardrop silhouette measuring 4.5x3.6mm. Heat treated, the stone shows the warm pinkish-red color characteristic of Malagasy ruby after treatment - transparent through the body, with the faceted pear outline directing light well along the tapered shape. Clarity is SI, with inclusions visible under a loupe but the stone transparent and reading as a vivid red at normal viewing distance. Madagascar is the primary global source of commercial-grade natural rubies, with heat treatment applied as standard practice to most material from the island. At 0.27ct, this teardrop ruby is a natural fit for pendant necklaces, drop earrings, or as an accent stone in a ring or multi-stone design. Natural ruby, loose gemstone, July birthstone. Stone type: Natural Ruby Weight: 0.27ct Size: 4.5x3.6mm Color: Pinkish-red Cut: Pear faceted Clarity: SI Treatment: Heated Origin: Madagascar Hardness: 9 Natural Madagascar ruby, heated teardrop, July birthstone - sold loose.
