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Sapphire crystal in an intense royal blue – A fascinating...

This impressive sapphire crystal with glass filling captivates with its exceptionally intense blue color and its fascinating light effects. Deep royal blue, glowing cobalt-blue nuances, and brilliant reflections combine to form an impressive overall image. Its irregular shape and textured surface give the crystal a striking character. Especially under direct light, the specimen reveals an impressive luminosity that beautifully highlights its different shades of blue. A fascinating interplay of color and light What makes this sapphire crystal special is its intense color effect. While some areas appear in a deep, mysterious dark blue, other parts glow in a vivid, almost electric blue. The numerous structures and glossy surfaces create a lively play of light and shadow. Small depressions, irregular shapes, and varying transparency levels give the stone its individual charisma. The glass filling is a notable feature of this specimen. It is a treatment in which cracks or cavities are filled with glass. It can affect transparency and the optical appearance and is therefore expressly included in the product description. Sapphire – A gemstone of elegance and fascination Sapphire belongs to the mineral group of corundum and counts among the best-known gemstones in the world. Especially the blue varieties have been valued for their impressive radiance for centuries. Its color palette ranges from delicate pale blue nuances to intense royal blue. It is precisely this diversity that makes sapphire a fascinating mineral for gemstone lovers and collectors. In traditional gemstone symbolism, sapphire stands for wisdom, fidelity, and inner clarity. An extraordinary eyecatcher for collectors With its intense coloring and its distinctive crystal structure, this specimen is ideally suited as a decorative collector’s piece. Whether in a lit display case, as a special accent in a mineral collection, or as a gift for a gemstone lover—the radiant blue tones immediately draw attention. A fascinating, glass-filled sapphire crystal – expressive, color-intense and full of impressive light reflections. A special collector’s item for lovers of exceptional minerals. Note: This sapphire crystal is glass-filled and thus treated. Weight total: 18.3 ct Size: 16.9 x 13.0 x 8.8 mm Gem Type: Sapphire Origin: Sri Lanka Treatment: Filled with glass The lots were photographed under professional lights. Please note that the colours might differ depending on the monitor settings and light source. As a workplace stone, Tanzanite is calming and soothing. Even a tiny piece is beneficial for overcoming communication difficulties. It is also practical in providing a solution to problems when there seems to be none. It is a good stone for career change. Tanzanite aids in sharing spiritual information and knowledge from a heart-centered perspective, making it an excellent gemstone for counsellors or others in the position of intellectually interpreting emotional experiences. It also benefits empathetic individuals who form interpretations of emotional information they receive intuitively. 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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