{"product_id":"2-9ct-ruby-drop-cut-8-10-mm-gemdrop®-verified","title":"~2.9ct Ruby | Drop Cut | 8 × 10 mm | Gemdrop® Verified","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the timeless beauty of this precision-cut ~\u003cstrong\u003e2.9 carat (8 × 10 mm) Drop Cut lab-grown ruby\u003c\/strong\u003e. Displaying a rich, vibrant red colour with exceptional clarity and brilliance, this elegant gem combines the enduring appeal of genuine ruby with the graceful proportions of a classic drop-shaped design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLab-grown rubies are \u003cstrong\u003ereal rubies\u003c\/strong\u003e. They possess the same chemical composition (Al₂O₃ with chromium), crystal structure, hardness, and optical properties as natural ruby. The only difference is their origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Gemdrop® gem is individually scientifically verified and permanently recorded within the \u003cstrong\u003eGemdrop Verification Database\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing complete transparency and confidence in exactly what you are purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA REAL RUBY. CREATED THROUGH SCIENCE.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gem was grown using the \u003cstrong\u003eFlame Fusion (Verneuil)\u003c\/strong\u003e process, a well-established technique for producing gem-quality corundum, within one of the world's leading high-technology gem-growing laboratories. Utilising advanced crystal growth systems and carefully controlled production conditions, these facilities produce ruby crystals with exceptional optical quality, colour consistency, and clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting crystal is genuine ruby—not a simulant or imitation—with the same physical, chemical, and optical properties as ruby formed naturally within the Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTIMELESS ELEGANCE. NATURAL BRILLIANCE.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDrop Cut\u003c\/strong\u003e combines soft, flowing curves with brilliant faceting to create a refined silhouette that flatters a wide variety of jewellery designs. Its elegant proportions enhance the ruby's vivid red colour while producing lively flashes of brilliance, making it an ideal choice for pendants, earrings, and sophisticated statement pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuby ranks \u003cstrong\u003e9 on the Mohs hardness scale\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it one of the hardest and most durable gem materials used in jewellery. Its exceptional resistance to scratching ensures lasting beauty for everyday wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGEMDROP® VERIFIED\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Gemdrop® gem undergoes scientific verification before being permanently recorded within the Gemdrop Verification Database.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach verification record includes detailed gemological information including identity, origin, growth method, dimensions, crystal system, and key physical properties, providing complete transparency and long-term confidence in your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ruby\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMineral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corundum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Al₂O₃\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trigonal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lab-Grown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flame Fusion (Verneuil)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drop\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 × 10 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~2.9 ct\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 (Mohs)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVerification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gemdrop® Verified\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScientifically verified. Transparently documented. Ready to become part of your next jewellery creation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gemdrop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58278675284342,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/5155\/8518\/files\/87A95EFA-5B78-493C-9D3A-0026BA11A0A7.jpg?v=1784970946","url":"https:\/\/gemdrop.io\/products\/2-9ct-ruby-drop-cut-8-10-mm-gemdrop%c2%ae-verified","provider":"Gemdrop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}