Unheated African Ruby 2.03 Carat (LCR203)

2.03 Carat
Deepest Pure Red
Medium Dark 80
Very Lightly Included

 GRADING REPORT LCR203

• Identification: Natural Unheated & Untreated Ruby
  
• Carat: 2.03
  
• Shape: Long Cushion
  
• Measures: 8.16x5.10x4.75 (millimeter)
• Color Grade: Excellent
  
• Tone: MD80
• Clarity: Very Lightly Included
  
• Cutting Grade: Very Good
  o Brilliancy: 66%
  o Depth: 58%
  
• Origin: Madagascar
• Treatment: None

Certificate No: AIGS 12030229

Overall Grade: Very Good

Comment: Crossing the hurdle of two carat unheated ruby in pure red. If you dislike posh pink, this Medium Dark 80 may fit the bill. Red-only in its deepest tone. On the side-images you can see natural dents in the outer surface. These are not considered inclusions, however, there is a tiny growth swirl inside the stone (which only a pro will find with lens). Without that puny inclusions this gem would qualify as 'free of inclusions'. In grading terms this pure red would be called 'vivid' but this seems a misleading term for the deep tone. Luster rolling nicely through its length. Traditional flawless hand-cut. Slender lengthy shape will fill even a 10+ size ring. No pink, no purple, some orange, dark but not black. 3Nos quality: No window, no inclusions, no treatments. This is not a flashy gem for quick impressions but a dense tranquil character that blossoms with time and attention, as all good gems do. Additional certificates at your leisure.