Padparadscha sapphire crystals – A fascinating display of nature's colors - 60.9 ct- 12.18 g






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Natural Padparadscha color sapphire crystal from Sri Lanka, 60.9 ct, unheated/untreated, 26×18×13 mm.
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This extraordinary mineral specimen with Padparadscha sapphire crystals captivates with its intense play of colors and its original, completely individual character. Luminous pink, pinkish, and reddish nuances meet dark, high-contrast areas, causing the individual crystals to stand out especially impressively.
Unlike cut gemstones, here the natural crystal structure is the focus. Numerous crystals show different sizes, shapes, and color intensities. Some areas appear strongly pink and radiant, others somewhat lighter and more transparent. This way the piece reveals new details from almost every angle.
Padparadscha sapphire – a remarkable color variant
The term Padparadscha is traditionally used for sapphires with a special blend of pink and orange. It is precisely this interaction of warm tones that makes Padparadscha particularly well-known and sought after within the sapphire world.
For a natural crystal specimen like this, the precise 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 pronounced color contrasts.
A true showpiece for mineral collectors
What is especially fascinating is the contrast between the glossy, 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 was not brought into a regular form – and that is exactly what makes it appealing. Each crystal, each texture, and every color change contributes to the overall image and makes the mineral specimen a unmistakable one-of-a-kind piece.
For lovers of extraordinary sapphires and special crystal specimens, this example is an impressive collector’s item where not perfection in the classical sense, but color, crystal formation, and natural character are central.
An extraordinary crystal piece full of color and structure – intense, characterful, 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 : 60.9 ct
Size: 26x18x13 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.
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In some of the pictures the stone was backlit to show you the color of the stone.
In some stones we placed a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And color deviations etc. can occur since every computer, monitor, and mobile device may display color qualities differently.
This extraordinary mineral specimen with Padparadscha sapphire crystals captivates with its intense play of colors and its original, completely individual character. Luminous pink, pinkish, and reddish nuances meet dark, high-contrast areas, causing the individual crystals to stand out especially impressively.
Unlike cut gemstones, here the natural crystal structure is the focus. Numerous crystals show different sizes, shapes, and color intensities. Some areas appear strongly pink and radiant, others somewhat lighter and more transparent. This way the piece reveals new details from almost every angle.
Padparadscha sapphire – a remarkable color variant
The term Padparadscha is traditionally used for sapphires with a special blend of pink and orange. It is precisely this interaction of warm tones that makes Padparadscha particularly well-known and sought after within the sapphire world.
For a natural crystal specimen like this, the precise 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 pronounced color contrasts.
A true showpiece for mineral collectors
What is especially fascinating is the contrast between the glossy, 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 was not brought into a regular form – and that is exactly what makes it appealing. Each crystal, each texture, and every color change contributes to the overall image and makes the mineral specimen a unmistakable one-of-a-kind piece.
For lovers of extraordinary sapphires and special crystal specimens, this example is an impressive collector’s item where not perfection in the classical sense, but color, crystal formation, and natural character are central.
An extraordinary crystal piece full of color and structure – intense, characterful, 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 : 60.9 ct
Size: 26x18x13 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 handles the final inspection, pickup, packaging, and shipping; thereby these shipping costs arise.
Buyer bears all possible import and export costs, customs charges, shipping costs, etc..
Also see our other items and shipping costs, pickup costs save..
In some of the pictures the stone was backlit to show you the color of the stone.
In some stones we placed a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And color deviations etc. can occur since every computer, monitor, and mobile device may display color qualities differently.
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