Untreated Mozambique Rubellite 2.65 (OIRR265)

2.65 Carat
Neon Red-Pink
Medium Dark 70
Lightly Included
 

GRADING REPORT OIRR265

• Identification: Natural Unheated & Untreated Rubellite
• Carat: 2.65
• Shape: Long Oval 
• Measures: 11.08x7.50x4.60 (millimeter)
• Color Grade: Excellent+
• Tone: Medium Dark 70
• Color Zoning: Visible but Gradually
• Clarity: Lightly Included (see comment)
• Cutting Grade: Very Good
  o Brilliancy: 66%
  o Depth: 61%
• Origin: Mozambique
• Treatment: None

Certificate No: IGI 239692121

Overall Grade: Very Good+

Comment: Best color rubellite, or pink tourmaline, like CURT150 with crystals and almost violet inclusions, perhaps some color zoning between pink and red, though I again fail to see IGI's purple, but nevermind the color is obvious a burning hot neon red-pink, with purple as secondary color if I try hard. Over 11x7mm face-up in this 2.65 makes good for a four carat without window, thanks to the deep MD70 and the dense hue. Pendant-size or rings over 5/6. One inclusion on the outer edge is visible to the eye, but could be covered with a setting if necessary. Primarily a color gem but with satisfying red and pink sparks from a busy inner life (see back side image). Hard to find color strength in any gem variety.