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Journal 5 · Montepuez · Finds

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Finds from the field

The Montepuez district is one of the main ruby areas in Mozambique. Stones recovered during exploration get a preliminary check under a 60x microscope before any laboratory work. We do not buy or sell gemstones. All stones recovered on a plot belong to the client.

Rough ruby held to the light — Rough ruby

Ruby against the sky — Against the sky

Three rough rubies on paper — Before cleaning

Small ruby between fingers — At the wash plant

Ruby lit from behind — Colour check

Ruby crystal — Crystal faces

Ruby on a log — Field find

Mixed rough stones — One wash

Pile of garnets — Garnets

Dark rough stone — Dark rough

Green blue stone — Other gemstones

Blue stone — Other gemstones