Untreated Rubellite African Tourmaline Oval Cut 5.96 ct

Untreated Rubellite African Tourmaline Oval Cut 5.96 ct

In the world of colored gems, the most important thing is color. This beautiful gem has some visible inclusions, but the color is impressive. The best saturation and intensity are enclosed in this gem of almost six carats. It could go through a ruby but with a much lower price.
With a halo of diamonds that will protect the gem, it would be a perfect engagement ring for a very special person.

WEIGHT : 5.96 ct. 
SIZE : 12.93 * 10.90 * 6.84 mm.
SHAPE : Oval
COLOR : 29. (PR/RP) Purple Red
TONE : 5. Medium
SATURATION : 6. Vivid
CLARITY GRADE : Moderate
CUT GRADE : Good
TREATMENT : Unheated
HARDNESS : 7 - 8

Inclusions type : Growth tubes and cracks. Two - phases inclusions. Trichites. 

Tourmaline and Opal are the birthstones for October. In 1952, the Jewelers of America association included the Tourmaline in the list of birthstones, becoming the second birthstone for October. 

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