Min .25ct Mm Varies Emerald Cut Untreated Bi-Color Sapphire Colors May Vary Item: S35E000018
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Product Description for Min .25ct Mm Varies Emerald Cut Untreated Bi-Color Sapphire Colors May Vary-S35E000018Minimum .25ct mm varies emerald cut untreated Australian bi-color sapphire. Colors may vary.
Product Information for Min .25ct Mm Varies Emerald Cut Untreated Bi-Color Sapphire Colors May Vary-S35E000018
| Product Type: | Single Stone |
Primary Stone / Sapphire
| Shape: | Rectangular Octagonal | Composition: | Natural |
| Cut: | Emerald | Treatment: | Untreated |
| Color: | Bi-Color | Gemstone Group: | Corundum |
| Dimensions: | Mixed Uncalibrated |
Care and Handling of Min .25ct Mm Varies Emerald Cut Untreated Bi-Color Sapphire Colors May Vary-S35E000018 |
| Learn more about proper care of your gemstones and jewelry by visiting our Gemstone Enhancements and Treatments page. |
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May 27, 2008
eclipse
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"i knew this stone would be small when i ordered it but wow ist it small...the color is definitly not what the picture shows..mine you can barely see the color split they sorta run together...it is a VERY,VERY,VERY,VERY pale blue and then yellow(which is the stronger color)...the cut is pretty,clarity is great, quality outstanding...knowing sapphire is a heavy stone knew .25 would be smaller than some of my other .25 stones was hoping color would be better to compensate for size...mine measures at 5x2.5-3mm...but will keep cause it is pretty,sparkles well, and it is a sapphire for heavens sake...would recommend just caution and remember a heavier stone will be smaller than other stones of equal ct. weight"
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So SMALL!,
April 30, 2008
GemsKev
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"I was really looking forward to adding this natural, untreated, gemstone to my collection. I knew it was going to be small when I ordered it. But, come on...it's teeny, tiny, itsy bitsy, small times three!!! You have to loop it with a 10X loop, just to see the color difference. Mine is a blue to a light green yellow. It's REALLY hard to see just where the split is. I am keeping mine, but would tell others to pass on this size. Mine weighed out to be .27 carat. People, it's SMALL!"
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Too Cool Untreated,
March 12, 2008
Bagoo
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"Bicolor sapphire. Untreated. I never thought about it existing, silly me. I love the blue and yellow because of the high contrast. Even though these are small, I hope to place one on each side of a larger sapphire as accent stones. Instant bonding when I saw these, like the kitten you have to bring home."
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 home learning library sapphire
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Fast Facts
| The name sapphire may derive from the Greek Sanskrit sanipriya, meaning “dear to the planet Saturn.” |
| Sapphire appears in a rainbow range of breathtaking hues. |
| Most expensive and sought after fancy color of sapphire might be the padparadscha sapphire. Padparadscha means lotus blossom in a Malaysian language---and is the color of these beautiful peach-orangey-pink stones. |
| Due to its hardness, brilliance and variety, some experts consider Sapphire to be the most important and most versatile of the gem families. |
 Some of the most desired sapphires come from Kashmir, India. |
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While sapphire and ruby are both corundum, they are distinguished by color. All red corundum are ruby. Everything else is sapphire. While sapphire can come in a variety of color, it is most noted for the color blue, “cornflower blue” in particular. Sapphires other than blue are often referred to as “fancy sapphire.” While there is a wide range of color, the most popular colors include padparadscha (a light to medium toned, orange pink), pink sapphire and orange sapphire.
Color
Sapphire, known for its beautiful “cornflower blue” color, also comes in a wide range of colors.
Hardness and Durability
Like rubies, sapphires are one of the hardest and most durable materials on earth. At 9 on Mohs’ scale of gemstone hardness, sapphires are second only to diamonds in hardness.
History
The history of sapphire can be a little confusing because it has often been confused with other stones like lapis lazuli. It wasn’t until the early 1800s that sapphire and ruby were recognized as being the family of corundum. The name sapphire may derive from the Greek Sanskrit sanipriya, meaning “dear to the planet Saturn.” Its deep blue color seems to embody the deep blue sky.
Legend suggests that the Ten Commandments were inscribed on sapphire. Of course, due to its hardness that would be a miracle indeed. Various cultures have treasured the beauty and virtues of sapphire. Ancient Egyptian physicians prescribed grinding it and forming a wash to help the eyes. It was also prescribed for indigestion, scorpion bites, boils, and more.
The Christian church also valued its presence. Pope Innocent II required all bishops to wear sapphire rings on their hand of blessing. And some writers have suggested that it is one of the foundation stones mentioned in Revelation, representing the apostle Paul because of his mystic encounter in the third heavens.
Some of the most desired sapphires come from Kashmir, India. Other key mining areas include Sri Lanka, Mogok, Chantabun and Kanchanaburi (Thailand) and even Montana. Other deposits include Brazil, China, Cambodia, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Zimbabwe and Tanzania.
When you first start shopping for sapphires, try to look at a wide selection of stones. Train your eye to notice things you like and dislike. When you’re ready to shop, you might want to decide upon a price range.
Heat Treatments
You should probably assume your sapphire has been heated. A sapphire that has not been heat treated is extremely rare and would be very expensive.
Inclusions
Most sapphire contain some inclusions, so unless you are willing to pay the exorbitant price for a stone free of inclusions, look for a stone that looks clean to the naked eye.
Cleaning sapphires is easy. Due to their hardness and durability, almost any cleaning technique is acceptable. For specific gemstone details, see our Gemstone Enhancement Chart. Normal Care includes:
Maintain their beauty by cleaning your gems
On sapphires, you can normally use ultrasonic cleaners, steamers, sudsy water, and brushes.
Check stone mounts
Sapphires are more durable the metal mounts on your jewelry, so have the prongs checked occasionally to assure a tight fit.
Avoid wearing gems during strenuous exercise
A well-placed blow could damage the beauty of stone, so it is safest to store them while engaging in any activity where they might be subject to high impact.
Do not handle jewelry by the stone
You don’t want to loosen a stone from the mount and take a chance of eventually losing it if the stone falls out.
Store gemstones separately
Sapphires are harder than others and a hard stone can actually scratch a softer stone.
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