This specimen features an exceptional Ruby crystal of 1.2 cm beautifully grown on a matrix. The crystal is perched beautifully on the matrix, creating a striking contrast that enhances its overall visual appeal. The Ruby is lustrous, translucent, and boasts a classic waxy luster, glowing brilliantly when backlit. This specimen is perfectly intact and impressively well-balanced, with an ideal Ruby-to-matrix ratio. The locality has recently emerged as one of the world’s finest for high-quality Ruby specimens, and this particular piece is likely one of the earliest and most prized examples. Its sharp, aesthetic presentation makes it a competitive toenail of exceptional quality, ideal for any discerning collection.

Specifications

Mineral:
Ruby on Matrix 

Toenail Size Mineral:
LWD: 3.5 x 2.5 x 2 cm
Xl: 1.2 x 0.7 x 0.4 cm

Weight: 18 grams 

Locality:
Jegdalek Ruby Deposit, Surobi District, Kabul, Afghanistan.