Discover this magnificent natural stone carefully selected by gemologists: a0.55-carat Padparadscha sapphire.
Padparadscha sapphire is an exceptional gemstone, both rare and captivating. It is distinguished by a unique hue, harmoniously blending shades of pink and orange, reminiscent of the shimmering colors of a sunset.
Its name, derived from the Sinhalese padmaraga (padma = lotus, raga = color), echoes the delicate hue of lotus flowers.
Theemblem of Sri Lanka, padparadscha is the only sapphire with its own name. It comes in many color variations, from yellow to pink, but the most popular is the famous "sunset color".
It's important to distinguish natural or simply heated padparadscha sapphires from beryllium-treated sapphires. The latter, subjected to intense heating with the addition of beryllium, may have similar hues, but must be marketed as "treated sapphires".
This Padparadscha sapphire has been heated to intensify its hue and brilliance. This process, common in the jewelry industry, produces stones with vibrant, vivid colors that remain natural.
Usually reserved for the finest jewelry, this exceptional stone is now within your reach.
Find out more about the origins, properties and significance of this fine stone on our technical data sheet.
Enclosed you'll find this stone's certificate of authenticity, issued by a professional gemologist.
Details:
Height: 6 mm
Width: 4.1 mm
Thickness: 2.5 mm
Shape: Pear
Stone cut in Bangkok
Sold per 1 piece.
The stones are delivered in a small box.
