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What is the rarest type of ruby?
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Most experts agree that the rarest type of ruby is the star ruby. It is a purple-red ruby that shows off a six-pointed star pattern. Most come from Myanmar, Sri Lanka, India, Tanzania and Madagascar. You'll find a selection of ruby gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
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1.05 cts, Certified unheaat faceted pigeon blood ruby
By True Gems
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certified unheaat faceted pigeon blood ruby
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Weight: 1.05 cts
Size: 9.02х4.37х2.92 mm
Color: pigeon blood red
Origin: Mozambique
Pear shape
GFCO certified
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
Exceptional, Untreated 1.56 carat Pigeon's Blood Ruby - Swiss Certified
Located in London, GB
With its prestigious Pigeon's Blood grade, trusted GRS certification, and Mozambique origin, this untreated Pigeon's Blood ruby is ideal for high-end jewellery or investment-grade ac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
$11,355 Sale Price
30% Off
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Exceptional Untreated 2.15 carat Pigeon's Blood Ruby - Swiss Certified
Located in London, GB
With its prestigious Pigeon's Blood grade, trusted GRS certification, and Mozambique origin, this untreated Pigeon's Blood ruby is ideal for high-end jewelry or investment-grade acqu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
Highly Exceptional Untreated 1.10carats Pigeon's Blood Ruby, Swiss Certified
Located in London, GB
With its prestigious Pigeon's Blood grade, trusted GRS certification, and Mozambique origin, this untreated Pigeon's Blood ruby is ideal for high-end jewelry or investment-grade acqu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby
$10,107 Sale Price
50% Off
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Certified 3.08 Carat Pigeon's Blood Ruby & Diamond Ring
Located in Bangkok, Bangkok
Introducing the Certified 3.08 Carat Pigeon's Blood Ruby and Diamond Ring, a masterpiece of distinctive design and luxury.
Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vivid Red “Pigeon’s Blood” Ruby Pear – 1.78 Carats
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A captivating Vivid Red (Pigeon’s Blood) Ruby in an elegant pear shape, weighing 1.78 carats.
Category
2010s Hong Kong Loose Gemstones
Materials
Ruby


