Discover a rare gemological treasure: an 8.00 Carat Natural Unheated Afghanistan Ruby. Sourced from the historic Jagdalek deposits of Afghanistan, this exceptional gemstone showcases a rich, vivid red body color with outstanding natural saturation and neon-like brilliance, completely free from thermal or chemical treatment.
Cut in a elegant cushion shape with excellent proportions and optical symmetry, this stone yields magnificent light refraction and face-up brilliance. Graded as VVS clarity, it offers exceptional visual transparency with only minute natural internal characteristics—a remarkably clean standard for an untreated ruby reaching the 8-carat weight milestone.
An extraordinary centerpiece for bespoke fine jewelry commissions or an elite addition to investment-grade natural gemstone portfolios.
Gemstone Specifications
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Gem Species: Natural Corundum
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Gem Variety: Natural Ruby (Unheated)
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Carat Weight: 8.00 ct
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Color: Red / Vivid Red
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Shape / Cut: Cushion Cut / Excellent
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Clarity Grade: VVS Clarity (Very, Very Slightly Included)
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Geographic Origin: Afghanistan (Jagdalek)
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Enhancement/Treatment: None / 100% Unheated & Untreated
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