{"product_id":"1-66-ct-unheated-tanzania-ruby-oval-cut-natural-loose-gemstone-purplish-red-ruby","title":"1.66 Ct Unheated Tanzania Ruby Oval Cut Natural Loose Gemstone – Purplish Red Ruby","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"mzm7mz\" data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"126\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e695\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"512\"\u003eDiscover the timeless beauty of this \u003cstrong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"192\"\u003e1.66 carat Natural Ruby\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"210\"\u003eTanzania\u003c\/strong\u003e, expertly fashioned in a classic \u003cstrong data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"256\"\u003eoval cut\u003c\/strong\u003e that maximizes brilliance while showcasing the gemstone’s rich natural color. Displaying an attractive \u003cstrong data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"380\"\u003epurplish-red hue\u003c\/strong\u003e, this ruby offers exceptional character and elegance, making it an excellent choice for fine jewelry and gemstone collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"842\"\u003eOriginating from Tanzania, a renowned source of high-quality corundum, this ruby exhibits a captivating blend of red tones complemented by subtle purplish undertones. The balanced oval shape provides excellent versatility and visual appeal, making it ideal for engagement rings, pendants, earrings, or bespoke jewelry creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003eA particularly desirable feature of this gemstone is that it is \u003cstrong data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"920\"\u003eunheated\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning it has not undergone thermal enhancement to improve color or clarity. Unheated rubies are highly sought after by collectors and gemstone enthusiasts because their beauty remains entirely natural, preserving the gem’s original characteristics formed deep within the earth over millions of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e7.0 × 6.7 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, this ruby presents an attractive face-up appearance while maintaining excellent durability with a hardness of 9 on the Mohs scale. Natural inclusions and internal features are expected and serve as evidence of the gemstone’s natural origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1510\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003eWhether selected as a collector’s gemstone or the centerpiece of a custom jewelry masterpiece, this unheated Tanzanian ruby offers rarity, natural beauty, and enduring value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"y5ghnr\" data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eGemstone Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"2234\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1732\"\u003eGemstone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Ruby\u003cbr data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1760\"\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Corundum\u003cbr data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1780\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ruby\u003cbr data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.66 Carats\u003cbr data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1841\"\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.0 × 6.7 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1857\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oval\u003cbr data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1875\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003eCut Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oval Mixed Cut\u003cbr data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purplish Red\u003cbr data-start=\"1930\" data-end=\"1933\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003eTransparency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transparent to Semi-Transparent\u003cbr data-start=\"1982\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"1997\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eClarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included (Natural Characteristics Present)\u003cbr data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2043\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003eLuster:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitreous\u003cbr data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2066\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2066\" data-end=\"2079\"\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 on Mohs Scale\u003cbr data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2112\"\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unheated (No Indications of Heating)\u003cbr data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2152\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2152\" data-end=\"2163\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tanzania\u003cbr data-start=\"2172\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2192\"\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rings, Pendants, Fine Jewelry, Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2236\" data-end=\"2239\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"kt3wgb\" data-start=\"2241\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003eWhy Choose This Gemstone?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003e• Natural ruby from Tanzania\u003cbr data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2302\"\u003e• Desirable unheated gemstone\u003cbr data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003e• Attractive purplish-red coloration\u003cbr data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003e• Classic oval cut with excellent brilliance\u003cbr data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2420\"\u003e• Excellent size for custom jewelry designs\u003cbr data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003e• Highly durable gemstone suitable for daily wear\u003cbr data-start=\"2515\" data-end=\"2518\"\u003e• Natural inclusions confirming authenticity\u003cbr data-start=\"2562\" data-end=\"2565\"\u003e• Strong collector and investment appeal\u003cbr data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2608\"\u003e• Rare untreated ruby characteristics\u003cbr data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2648\"\u003e• Timeless gemstone with enduring beauty\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saleh Sallom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46868482359484,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8428\/1532\/files\/hf_20260516_124923_44dbc6b2-e79e-406e-a8ca-529a8871261e.png?v=1779703997","url":"https:\/\/www.salehsallom.com\/products\/1-66-ct-unheated-tanzania-ruby-oval-cut-natural-loose-gemstone-purplish-red-ruby","provider":"Saleh Sallom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}