A rough ruby is a popular choice for those that have the skills to cut the stone into the different shapes and this allows them to customize the jewelry in a way that unique for the customer.
Square cut ruby stone.
A ruby s cut refers to how the stone is faceted its dimensions and overall symmetry.
Originally designed for diamonds it was a popular cut in the 1920s and was incorporated into many art deco designs the late 1990s saw a resurgence of interest in the asscher cut when a number of celebrities selected it for engagement rings.
Unlike with diamonds rubies are not graded on cut quality.
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The density or specific gravity sg of the material will also affect the weight.
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Thus they ll weigh more than the sizes on the chart.
The asscher cut is a modified square cut or emerald cut that dates back more than 100 years.
These are referred to as calibrated cuts.
Occasionally such native stones are recut to custom proportions albeit at a loss of weight and diameter.
High value ruby rough is tightly controlled and rarely makes its way to custom cutters.
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For example a 6 5 mm round diamond sapphire and opal all cut in the same proportions will all weigh different.
The single gemstone that has registered an increase of 10 30 increase in price depending on quality and origin every quarter since september 2011 is the precious gemstone ruby.
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The vast majority of rubies are native cut in their country of origin.
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The rough gemstone is the raw ruby that is mined.
If you invest in precious stones then take part in a ruby auction so that you can get a competitive price and exceptional quality.
Typically gem cutters cut colored gemstones with greater volume than diamonds.
This is because the cut of a ruby is much less of an important factor to consider than its color and clarity.
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Avoiding wastage and considering which shapes are popular are often the largest determinants in what size and shape the ruby is faceted into.
