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Lab Grown Ruby

For centuries, rubies have been treasured as symbols of love, strength, and vitality. Our lab-grown rubies capture this timeless allure, with the same rich colour and enduring beauty as their natural counterparts — crafted consciously for the modern world.

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What are lab grown rubies?

Lab-grown rubies are authentic rubies, created in modern laboratories rather than mined from the earth. They share the exact same chemical, physical, and optical properties as natural rubies, being formed from corundum infused with chromium — the trace element that gives them their iconic red glow. Counted among the world’s “Big Three” coloured gemstones, alongside emeralds and sapphires, rubies have been celebrated throughout history as symbols of passion, rarity, and enduring allure.

A stone of legends

Long associated with royalty, rubies are among the most storied gemstones, symbolising passion, courage, and enduring love.
The pigeon blood red

Lab rubies can achieve the coveted “pigeon blood” red — an intense, vivid shade regarded as the finest in natural rubies — without the rarity or prohibitive cost.
Made to last

As corundum, rubies share a hardness of 9 on the Mohs scale, second only to diamond, making them durable for everyday wear.
Ethical and sustainable

Lab grown rubies deliver the same brilliance as mined stones but with none of the environmental or ethical concerns linked to traditional mining.

Why Choose Lab Grown Rubies?

A gem of fire and passion

The 4Cs of Keanis lab grown rubies

At Keanis, every lab grown ruby is chosen with the same level of care as our most exceptional diamonds. Guided by our interpretation of the 4Cs — Colour, Clarity, Craft, and Confidence — we focus on selecting stones with vivid intensity, natural character, and assured quality.

01 colour

The fiery standard

We select rubies that display the finest, vivid pigeon blood red tone, celebrated for its depth, intensity, and brilliance.

02 Clarity

Luminous and true

Our rubies are chosen for their exceptional clarity, free from heavy inclusions that cloud the stone, while retaining the natural character that distinguishes fine rubies.

03 Craft

Uncompromised excellence

We never rely on low-cost production shortcuts. Each ruby is grown using advanced methods to achieve stones that rival the finest natural gems — virtually indistinguishable to the naked eye.

04 Confidence

Certified and assured

Every Keanis ruby is IGI-certified, confirming its authenticity, quality, and colour origin. As the only retailer to provide IGI-certified lab rubies in the UK, we’re proud to deliver transparency and trust.

More about lab grown rubies

“Pigeon Blood” is the term used to describe the most coveted colour in natural rubies — a deep, vibrant red with a hint of bluish undertone. It’s rare in nature and traditionally sourced from renowned origins like Mogok in Myanmar. This rich, saturated hue has become the benchmark of quality for rubies.
At Keanis, our lab-grown rubies are chosen for their exceptional colour, mirroring the prized tones of natural Pigeon Blood rubies — offering rare beauty with greater accessibility and ethical assurance.
Not at all. Lab-grown rubies are chemically identical to their natural counterparts and maintain their vivid colour permanently. With proper care, your ruby will remain just as brilliant and radiant as the day it was selected — a lasting symbol of love, passion, or personal style.
No — we do not sell lab-grown rubies that have undergone clarity enhancement or resin filling. Each ruby is carefully selected in its original lab-grown state for its vibrant colour and natural character. Our rubies are chosen to reflect the quality and integrity expected from fine jewellery.
Yes — rubies are one of the hardest and most durable gemstones, second only to diamonds. With a rating of 9 on the Mohs scale, they’re an excellent choice for engagement rings and everyday jewellery.
To keep your ruby radiant, we recommend occasional cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush. Avoid exposure to harsh chemicals, ultrasonic cleaners, or high heat. With the right care, your lab-grown ruby will retain its vibrant colour and sparkle for years to come.
For more tips, visit our full Jewellery Care Guide.
Carat is a measure of weight, not size — and different gemstones have different densities. This means that two stones with the same dimensions may have very different carat weights depending on the material. That’s why at Keanis, we list dimensions for coloured gemstones, as this provides a more helpful and visual guide to how the stone will look when worn.
Gemstones are often cut with greater depth — particularly in the pavilion, or lower half — to enhance their colour. Unlike diamonds, where brilliance is the primary goal, coloured gemstones rely on body colour for beauty. A slightly deeper cut allows light to interact with the stone in a way that intensifies and enriches the hue, giving your gemstone a more vivid and captivating appearance.
Lab-grown diamonds are typically laser-inscribed with their IGI report number along the girdle for traceability and assurance. However, coloured gemstones — such as emeralds, sapphires, and rubies — are rarely inscribed, as the process is more delicate and not commonly applied.
If you'd like to confirm the stone, it's common practice to cross-check that the stone's specifications match the details listed on the certificate.