Giant 11,000-Carat Ruby That Is 'Rare and Difficult to Find' Was Discovered by Miners — and It's Likely Worth Millions of Dollars

The ruby is now the second-largest found in Myanmar ...
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Massive 11,000-carat rare ruby has been unearthed in Myanmar

The ruby is considered to be the second-largest by weight ever found in Myanmar, but more valuable due to its superior color and quality.

Massive 5-pound, 11,000-carat rare ruby discovered by miners in war-torn Myanmar

Miners have unearthed an incredibly rare, five-pound ruby in Myanmar, the country’s state media reported on Friday. The massive ruby, measuring 11,000 carats, was discovered near the town of Mogok — a ...

Massive 11,000-Carat Ruby Discovered In Myanmar, Second-Largest In Country

Myanmar produces nearly 90% of the world's rubies, mainly from the Mogok and Mong Hsu regions.
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Rare ruby weighing nearly five pounds discovered

Human rights groups are again warning international jewellers about Myanmar’s gemstone industry after state media reported ...