About

Ruby Cabochon, also called cabochon cut Ruby, is an immensely admired cutting style of the precious gemstone Ruby that belongs to the Corundum mineral family. Unlike faceted Rubies, Ruby cabochons have a smooth and polished, dome-shaped surface and appearance and are generally found in round and oval shapes. It holds the same astrological benefits as that of any Ruby and is popularly used in jewelry. It is found in various colors ranging from red, pink, pinkish-red, purple-red, vivid red, deep red, pigeon blood-red, etc.

Types

Ruby cabochon stones are highly admired in the gemstone and jewelry industry. The reason behind this is the various attractive types of cabochons available. Ruby cabochons vary in terms of origin, types, and colors and yet hold a deep astrological and jewelry significance nevertheless.

• Color

   – Ruby cabochons have a fascinating and vivid spectrum of colors, ranging from red, pink, pinkish-red, purplish-red, deep red, vivid red, etc. with the most popular color variant being the Pigeon blood Ruby cabochon, known for its mystical color that resembles the blood of a pigeon.

• Origin

   Ruby cabochons are obtained from a lot of valuable sources, the most primary sources being Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, India, and African countries such as Mozambique and Madagascar. However, the Burmese Ruby cabochon perhaps is considered the most valuable due to its color, rarity, beauty, and durability.

• Other

   Ruby cabochons, like some Rubies, tend to sometimes exhibit a phenomenon known as asterism, wherein there is a star-like pattern that forms over its surface when exposed to light. This is considered very significant for both astrological and jewelry purposes and is popularly known as Star Ruby cabochon Other

Certifications

Ruby cabochon stones are usually treated and heated to enhance its appearance, color, and color. This practice, in turn, reduces the overall quality and worth of the gemstone significantly. Although it is difficult to differentiate between the treated and heated, and the real cabochon Ruby, one can always consult a gemstone laboratory to get the quality and authenticity verified. These gemstone labs make use of state-of-the-art technology as well as skilled gemologists who conduct tests on these gemstones to derive and verify the quality and authenticity of the same. They also issue a lab certificate that acts as a universal proof of the gemstone’s authenticity and quality.

At GemPundit, you can find fine quality natural Ruby cabochon stones that are verified and certified to be genuine and real by renowned gemstone laboratories such as AGR and ITLGJ. Although as a token of trust, we provide a free lab certificate from our own end, you can always request a lab certificate from any of the aforementioned gemstone labs. However, higher lab certifications come at an extra cost.

Prices

The Ruby cabochon price per carat ranges from ₹3500 to ₹5000 per carat. The main factors that add up to the Ruby cabochon price are its color, clarity, treatment, and carat weight. The origin of the Ruby cabochon gemstone also plays a role in determining its prices.

• Color

  : Dark red or pigeon blood color is the most desirable Ruby cabochon color and draws extravagant pricing. Ruby cabochon price per carat decreases as we move across from deep red Ruby cabochon stones to vibrant red, pink, and purple Ruby cabochon gemstones.

• Clarity

  : Gemstones with inclusions not visible to the naked eye are extremely rare and thus have a higher Ruby cabochon value. Ruby cabochon price per carat will be significantly high for such natural, inclusion free gems.

• Treatment

  : Low-quality Ruby cabochons are often colored or heat-treated for extensive margins. An original Ruby cabochon gemstone is usually expensive (depending on the origin) than synthetic or glass-filled Ruby cabochon stones. A genuine, untreated Ruby cabochon bought at cheaper prices should always be seen with suspicion.

• Carat Weight

  : It is said that flawless Rubies are rarer than diamonds. And finding a fine quality Ruby cabochons above a few carats is especially difficult. However, if the quality is not compromised, larger cabochon Rubies will fetch a higher price.

• Origin

  : Burmese Ruby cabochonis the most expensive origin because of its exceptional color quality. However, African Ruby cabochon stones can also command high rates in the market nowadays.