Padparadscha sapphire crystals – A fascinating play of nature's colors - 146.55 ct- 29.31 g

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Natural Padparadscha Color Sapphire Crystal from Sri Lanka, weighing 146.55 carats (29.31 g) and unheated/ untreated.

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This exceptional mineral specimen with Padparadscha sapphire crystals captivates with its intense color play and its original, completely individual character. Bright pink, pink and reddish nuances meet dark, contrasting areas, making the individual crystals stand out particularly impressively.

Unlike cut gemstones, the natural crystal structure is the focus here. Numerous crystals show different sizes, shapes, and color intensities. Some areas appear vivid pink and luminous, others somewhat lighter and more transparent. This way, the piece reveals new details from almost every angle.

Padparadscha Sapphire – an extraordinary color variant

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 particularly well known and sought after within the sapphire world.

For a natural crystal specimen like this, the exact gemological classification as Padparadscha should ideally be confirmed by corresponding 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 especially fascinating is the contrast between the shiny, highly colored crystals and the darker matrix. The different surfaces reflect light in their own unique ways, giving the piece an extraordinary spatial effect.

Here, the natural appearance has not been brought into a regular form – exactly that is what makes the charm. Every crystal, every structure, and every color change contribute to the overall image and make 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 perfection in the classical sense is not the focus, but color, crystal formation, and natural character are.

An extraordinary crystal piece full of color and structure – intense, distinctive, 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 : 146.55 ct
Size: 31x35x22 mm
Treatment : Unheated/ Untreated
Origin : Sri Lanka

The lots were photographed under professional lights. Please note that the colors might differ depending on the monitor settings and light source.

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This exceptional mineral specimen with Padparadscha sapphire crystals captivates with its intense color play and its original, completely individual character. Bright pink, pink and reddish nuances meet dark, contrasting areas, making the individual crystals stand out particularly impressively.

Unlike cut gemstones, the natural crystal structure is the focus here. Numerous crystals show different sizes, shapes, and color intensities. Some areas appear vivid pink and luminous, others somewhat lighter and more transparent. This way, the piece reveals new details from almost every angle.

Padparadscha Sapphire – an extraordinary color variant

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 particularly well known and sought after within the sapphire world.

For a natural crystal specimen like this, the exact gemological classification as Padparadscha should ideally be confirmed by corresponding 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 especially fascinating is the contrast between the shiny, highly colored crystals and the darker matrix. The different surfaces reflect light in their own unique ways, giving the piece an extraordinary spatial effect.

Here, the natural appearance has not been brought into a regular form – exactly that is what makes the charm. Every crystal, every structure, and every color change contribute to the overall image and make 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 perfection in the classical sense is not the focus, but color, crystal formation, and natural character are.

An extraordinary crystal piece full of color and structure – intense, distinctive, 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 : 146.55 ct
Size: 31x35x22 mm
Treatment : Unheated/ Untreated
Origin : Sri Lanka

The lots were photographed under professional lights. Please note that the colors might differ depending on the monitor settings and light source.

Our shipping costs have been checked and acknowledged by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that conducts the final inspection, pickup, packaging, and shipment; this is what these shipping costs cover.
The buyer bears all possible import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc..
See also our other items and shipping costs, pickup costs to 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 it may lead to color deviations, etc., as every computer, monitor, and phone may display colors with different quality.

Details

Main mineral
Padparadscha sapphire crystals –
Mineral form
A fascinating play of nature's colors - 146.55 ct
Weight
29.31 g
Country of origin
Sri Lanka
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Objects sold
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It is believed that certain gemstones and minerals have beneficial health and spiritual properties. However, using or wearing gemstones or minerals does not mean that you can treat, cure or prevent any disease. Please consult your health care professional for information on health care issues and do not stop any medications or courses of treatment, without first consulting your health care professional. The use of gemstones or minerals as a wellness therapy is one of personal choice. While stones or crystals have been used historically to relieve or prevent symptoms, the objects sold on our website offer no guarantee of results. Therefore, Catawiki cannot guarantee or be held liable for the effectiveness of these objects sold herein.

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