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Africa's Ruby Capital

Mozambique

Montepuez, discovered in 2009, is the world's largest ruby deposit. Mozambique also produces exceptional Paraíba tourmalines from Cabo Delgado, transforming the global market.

Key Facts

Gem varieties2
Location
Mozambique
Ruby
Paraíba Tourmaline

Gems from Mozambique

Pigeon's Blood Ruby — natural Ruby from Myanmar
Ruby
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Pigeon's Blood Ruby

The King of Gemstones

Myanmar·9.0 Mohs
Pigeon's blood colour gradeMogok & Montepuez origins
Carat range0.5–15 ct
Paraíba Tourmaline — natural Tourmaline from Mozambique
Tourmaline
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Paraíba Tourmaline

The Neon Glow of the Ocean

Mozambique·7.5 Mohs
Copper-induced neon glowMozambique & Brazil origins
Carat range0.3–5 ct
Mozambique Ruby — natural Ruby from Mozambique
Ruby

Mozambique Ruby

Africa's Blazing Red

Mozambique·9.0 Mohs
Montepuez provenanceDiscovered 2009
Carat range0.5–20 ct