Padparadscha sapphire crystals – A fascinating play of colors in nature - 216.75 ct- 43.35 g

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Natural Padparadscha color sapphire crystal from Sri Lanka, unheated/untreated, weighing 216.75 ct (41 × 28 × 22 mm).

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This extraordinary mineral specimen with Padparadscha sapphire crystals captivates with its intense play of color and its original, completely individual character. Bright pink, pinkish and reddish tones 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 strongly pink and radiant, others somewhat lighter and more transparent. This way, the piece reveals new details from nearly every angle.

Padparadscha Sapphire – an exceptional color variant

The term Padparadscha is traditionally used for sapphires with a special blend of pink and orange. It is precisely this interplay of warm hues that makes Padparadscha within the sapphire world particularly well known and sought after.

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 regions and the pronounced color contrasts.

A true showpiece for mineral collectors

What is especially fascinating is the contrast between the glossy, color‑intense crystals and the darker matrix. The different surfaces reflect light in their own unique ways, giving the piece an extraordinary sense of depth.

Here, the natural appearance has not been tamed into a regular shape – and that exact quality is part of the appeal. Each crystal, each texture, and every color change contributes to the overall image 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 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: 216.75 ct
Size: 41x28x22 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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This extraordinary mineral specimen with Padparadscha sapphire crystals captivates with its intense play of color and its original, completely individual character. Bright pink, pinkish and reddish tones 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 strongly pink and radiant, others somewhat lighter and more transparent. This way, the piece reveals new details from nearly every angle.

Padparadscha Sapphire – an exceptional color variant

The term Padparadscha is traditionally used for sapphires with a special blend of pink and orange. It is precisely this interplay of warm hues that makes Padparadscha within the sapphire world particularly well known and sought after.

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 regions and the pronounced color contrasts.

A true showpiece for mineral collectors

What is especially fascinating is the contrast between the glossy, color‑intense crystals and the darker matrix. The different surfaces reflect light in their own unique ways, giving the piece an extraordinary sense of depth.

Here, the natural appearance has not been tamed into a regular shape – and that exact quality is part of the appeal. Each crystal, each texture, and every color change contributes to the overall image 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 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: 216.75 ct
Size: 41x28x22 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 final inspection, pickup, packaging and shipping; therefore these shipping costs arise.
The buyer bears all potential import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc.
See also our other items and saved shipping costs..
In some of the pictures the stone was backlit to show you the color of the stone.
In some stones we have held a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And it may lead to color deviations, etc., since every computer, monitor, and phone may display different color qualities.

Details

Main mineral
Padparadscha sapphire crystals –
Mineral form
A fascinating play of colors in nature - 216.75 ct
Weight
43.35 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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