Natural, rarer Padparadscha sapphire – Raw crystal with...

This extraordinary rough crystal of a Padparadscha sapphire already in its untreated state shows that rare and valued color mix of rose, salmon and a delicate violet shimmer, which makes this gemstone so coveted worldwide. Under strong light the stone seems to glow: bright pink to pinkish zones spread from the inside outward and give it an impressive depth, reminiscent of glowing mineral veins in the Earth's interior. The crystal form is still clearly recognizable, with matte, natural growth facets that authentically preserve its formation in the earth. When turning the piece, finest color gradients, small inclusions and mineral structures reveal themselves — all of which makes this rough stone a characterful one-of-a-kind piece, as you seldom find. Padparadscha sapphires are among the most valuable representatives of the corundum family, and rough crystals in this size and color quality are particularly sought after, both by collectors and by lovers of extraordinary gemstones. This piece combines the natural primordiality of an uncut mineral with the intense, almost magical color of a real gemstone and looks like a quiet heart of light and embers. Weight: 32.95 ct Size: 17x13x11 mm Origin: Sri Lanka Treatment Untreated/ Unheated Our shipping costs are checked and recognized by Catawiki. We have an external shipping company that performs the final inspection, pickup, packaging and shipping; thus these shipping costs arise. Buyer bears all possible import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc.. Also see our other items and shipping costs, pickup costs save.. In some of the pictures the stone has been backlit to show you the color of the stone. In some stones we have held a light underneath the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And there may be color variations etc, since every computer, monitor and mobile phone may display color qualities differently! The disclaimer about the healing properties as previously given : It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties. We and Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for these suggested attributes which have no scientific evidence and cannot be considered a substitute for traditional medical treatment.

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