From the Gemfields auction report:
"Gemfields’ eighth auction of rough
rubies and
corundum from Montepuez saw 54 companies placing bids. The auction offered high and
commercial grade rough rubies in both untreated and
treated form.
Given that the quality mix offered at this auction comprised a
blend of varying qualities and sizes of material,
a direct top-line comparison with the results of previous auctions is not feasible."
So Gemfields sold about 896,000cts seemingly of very mixed quality. It would seem that MUS is targeting the better, secondary deposit, rubies, so a greater value p/ct is a distinct possibility. But given recent company mistakes, the fact that MUS is a "newbie" in this market, and also that we dont yet have a "proven" industry grading system, we might not get the attention that Gemfields gets. Hence, less competitive bidding is a possibility too, which could mean lower prices.
Just wanting us all to keep it real, and not get ahead of ourselves as was the case earlier this year.
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