{"product_id":"16-27-ct-natural-ruby-rough-crystal-unheated-tanzanian-ruby-purplish-red-corundum-specimen","title":"16.27 Ct Natural Ruby Rough Crystal | Unheated Tanzanian Ruby | Purplish Red Corundum Specimen","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1bw7wp4\" data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"136\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1750\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"484\"\u003eA remarkable 16.27 carat Natural Ruby rough crystal displaying an attractive purplish red color and originating from Tanzania, one of the world's most respected sources of natural ruby. This gemstone remains completely unheated, preserving its original color, crystal structure, and natural geological characteristics exactly as formed by nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"856\"\u003eThis impressive rough ruby exhibits rich purplish red hues combined with natural crystal growth features that showcase the beauty and authenticity of untreated corundum. The specimen displays a distinctive natural formation with visible mineral characteristics highly valued by gemstone collectors, mineral enthusiasts, and those seeking genuine untreated ruby material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003eTanzanian rubies are admired worldwide for their vibrant colors, natural crystal formations, and increasing rarity in the gemstone market. Unheated examples are especially sought after because they retain their original beauty without artificial enhancement, making them desirable for collectors and investors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eRuby belongs to the corundum family and ranks 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, second only to diamond among natural gemstones. Throughout history, ruby has symbolized passion, strength, prosperity, and royalty, making it one of the most treasured gemstones ever discovered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1671\"\u003eWhether added to a mineral collection, preserved as a display specimen, acquired as an investment-grade rough gemstone, or evaluated for cutting potential, this exceptional ruby offers outstanding natural appeal and rarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"y5ghnr\" data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003eGemstone Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1981\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"n7qd8z\" data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eGemstone: Natural Ruby\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rz82bz\" data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eVariety: Corundum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1p4onrc\" data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003eWeight: 16.27 Carats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ogpbvt\" data-start=\"1769\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003eShape: Natural Rough Crystal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t55omd\" data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003eColor: Purplish Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"6pmxj4\" data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003eOrigin: Tanzania\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nj2yno\" data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1862\"\u003eTreatment: Unheated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t4mjlg\" data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003eMeasurements: 19 × 11 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ewmtcb\" data-start=\"1890\" data-end=\"1925\"\u003eStone Number: SL-CHA164RB-026-006\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1uy4s9p\" data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1981\"\u003eCertification: Saleh Sallom Stone Details Certificate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"kt3wgb\" data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003eWhy Choose This Gemstone?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2036\"\u003e✓ Natural Unheated Ruby\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003e✓ Attractive Purplish Red Color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2071\" data-end=\"2089\"\u003e✓ Tanzanian Origin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2117\"\u003e✓ Genuine Corundum Crystal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003e✓ Large Collector Size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2168\"\u003e✓ Natural Rough Formation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2170\" data-end=\"2195\"\u003e✓ Rare Untreated Material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2228\"\u003e✓ Unique One-of-a-Kind Gemstone\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Saleh Sallom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46883132309692,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0632\/8428\/1532\/files\/33-1.jpg?v=1780139199","url":"https:\/\/www.salehsallom.com\/products\/16-27-ct-natural-ruby-rough-crystal-unheated-tanzanian-ruby-purplish-red-corundum-specimen","provider":"Saleh Sallom","version":"1.0","type":"link"}