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This extraordinary mineral specimen with Padparadscha sapphire crystals captivates with its intense color play and its original, completely unique character. Bright pink-, pinkish- and reddish nuances meet dark, contrasting areas, making the individual crystals stand out particularly impressively. As with uncut gemstones, the natural crystal structure is at the center here. Numerous crystals show different sizes, shapes and color intensities. Some areas appear strongly pink and luminous, others a bit lighter and more transparent. This way, the piece reveals new details from almost every angle. Padparadscha Sapphire – an exceptional color variety The term Padparadscha is traditionally used for sapphires with a special mix of pink and orange. It is precisely this interplay of warm tones that makes Padparadscha especially well-known and sought after within the sapphire world. With a natural crystal specimen like this, the exact gemological classification as Padparadscha should ideally be confirmed by appropriate examination or documentation. Visually, the piece impresses in any case with its strong pink to reddish crystal areas and the strong color contrasts. A true showpiece for mineral collectors What is particularly fascinating is the contrast between the shiny, color-intensive crystals and the darker matrix. The different surfaces reflect light in their own unique way, giving the piece an extraordinary sense of depth. Here, the natural appearance has not been brought into a regular form – exactly that is its appeal. Each crystal, each structure and every color change contributes to the overall impression and makes the mineral specimen a distinctive one-of-a-kind piece. For lovers of extraordinary sapphires and special crystal specimens, this exemplar is an impressive collector’s item, where not perfection in the classical sense, but color, crystal formation and natural character are in the foreground. An extraordinary crystal piece full of color and structure – intense, strong-willed and unique. A fascinating collector’s item for all who want to experience sapphire in its original crystal form. Product Type: Natural Product Name: Padparadscha Color Sapphire Crystal Weight: 269.05 ct Size: 45x31x26 mm Treatment: Unheated / Untreated Origin: Sri Lanka The lots were photographed under professional lights. Please note that the colours might differ depending on the monitor settings and light source. Our shipping costs are checked and recognized by Catawiki. We have an external shipping company that conducts final inspection, pickup, packaging and shipping; hence these shipping costs arise. Buyer bears all potential import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc.. See also our other items and shipping costs; saving on pickup costs.. In some of the images the stone was backlit to show you the color of the stone. In some stones we have placed a light source under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And there can be color deviations, etc., as every computer, monitor and mobile device may display color qualities differently.
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