How to Spot a Genuine Pigeon Blood Ruby – Professional Advice

The Pigeon Blood Ruby is the stuff of legend, coveted for its intense crimson-red color and extreme scarcity. Coveted by royalty, gem collectors, and astrologers alike, this rare ruby variety is one of the most costly and sought after colored gemstones on earth. With this high value has come an increase in fakes and misrepresented stones appearing on the market.

How do you know when you’re actually looking at an authentic Pigeon Blood Ruby? In this comprehensive guide written by all of us at Navratan – The Online Gem Bazaar, we take you through the most important traits and tests that can help you spot a unique pigeon blood ruby confidently.

What Is a Pigeon Blood Ruby?

It’s important to know what exactly makes a Pigeon Blood Ruby a Pigeon Blood Ruby.

The Sanskrit word was used to describe the highest color quality of ruby — a strong, pure, red tone with a bit of a bluish undertone, like the first two drops of blood from a freshly slaughtered pigeon. The classic pigeon blood color ruby comes from the Mogok Valley of Burma (Myanmar) and is highly prized for its natural fluorescence, saturation, and rarity.

Essential Qualities of a True Pigeon Blood Ruby

1. Appearance – The Defining Characteristic

• True Hue: Color should be a vibrant, clear red color with a hint of blue — no pink or orange.

• Even saturation: The red should be uniform and consistent, with no blotches or zoning.

• Inner Glow— Portrait of Carla del Rosario, 2022. Authentic pigeon blood rubies have a natural fluorescence in them when exposed to light, which contributes to their deep, fiery appearance.

 Navratan Tip : Natural Burmese rubies with pigeon blood color especially show a one of its kind “neon-like” shine because of their high chromium & low iron composition.

2. Origin – Burmese (Myanmar) Roots

• The best-quality pigeon blood rubies are found in Mogok, Myanmar.

• Stones from alternate sources (like Mozambique, Vietnam) can produce the color, but they tend not to have the same purity and depth.

 Always request a gem certification that guarantees Burmese origin. At Navratan, we ensure that all our rubies have trusted origin reports from reputed labs like GRS or GIA.

3. Treatment – Untreated Rubies Are the Rarest Rubies

• All rubies on the market today are heat-treated to enhance clarity and color.

• A true pigeon blood ruby would be naturally occurring, unheated, and untreated, having been preserved in its natural formation.

 Check for certification claiming “Unheated” or “No Evidence of Heating.” These stones are more valuable.

4. Inclusions – Nature’s Signature

• Natural rubies, including pigeon blood types, almost always have very fine silk inclusions, mineral crystals or rutile needles.

• Perfect clarity can be a red flag that you’re looking at a synthetic or otherwise heavily treated stone.

Under maginfication, a gemologist can view these inclusions — sometimes aligned in a herringbone pattern that is distinct to Burmese rubies.

5. Certification – A Non-Negotiable

To ensure authenticity and value, always require a gemstone certificate from a respected laboratory. Here’s what to expect in this to-from-fra deep dive on insights gleaned from 19 metro areas covering so much ground.

• Color grading (Pigeon Blood)

• Home of the peacock quarter Origin (Myanmar/Burma)

• Treated plots were leaf litter-amended and subjected to artificial rain for 7-20 hours, depending on plot location (see Methods ).

• Carat weight and clarity

Navratan offers gemstones certified by GRS, GIA, IGI or SSEF, assuring quality and authenticity.

Watch out for major counterfeits and fakes

Given the current high market value of pigeon blood rubies, many vendors fraudulently advertise as such:

• Glass-filled or synthetic rubies being sold as natural rubies.

• African produced, treated rubies used as “pigeon blood” color.

• Synthetic gems marketed under the guise of authentic Burmese rubies.

If it seems like a deal too good to be true — it probably is. When making a purchase, only buy from well-known gemstone dealers and insist on complete transparency and detailed documentation.

How Navratan Makes Sure You Don’t Get the Short End of The Stick

At Navratan, we’re known for our pure, untreated and certified pigeon blood rubies, handpicked from top sources and authenticated by qualified gemologists. Our buying experience is all about:

• Verified source and health care treatment information

• Astrological compatibility consultation complimentary

• Global Responsible Jewellry Standard (GRS) Gemological Institute of America (GIA) International Gemological Institute (IGI)

• Sustainable sourcing through ethical practices

Whether you’re getting your hands on a once-in-a-lifetime stone, or looking to harness the powers of the universe, Navratan makes sure that each and every stone is real, powerful, and valuable.

Astrological Importance of Pigeon blood ruby

Besides its stunning beauty unmatched by any other stone, pigeon blood ruby has a powerful astrological influence. Linked to the Sun (Surya) in Vedic astrology, it’s said to brighten:

• Leadership and confidence

• Fame and notoriety

• Vitality and overall physical health

• Personal power and authority

To wear for astrological purposes, speak with a Vedic specialist, or contact Navratan’s in-house gem advisors for tailored advice including personalized recommendations.

Takeaway

Working out whether you have a genuine Pigeon Blood Ruby isn’t always simple, involving a close look at color, origin, clarity, and certification. Considered to be one of the most beautiful and powerful gemstones on the planet, one should never overestimate the purity of Emerald. Shop with confidence from trusted brands like Navratan, where gemological precision meets the wisdom of the ages.

Browse our limited, certified stock of natural pigeon blood rubies and find a gem as unique as your attitude.