Natural padparadscha-colored sapphire – exceptionally rare rough-crystal aesthetics - 46.65 ct- 9.33 g
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Natural Padparadscha color sapphire crystal from Sri Lanka, a rare unheated raw crystal weighing 46.65 ct (approximately 9.33 g) and measuring 22×14×12 mm.
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This impressive rough crystal displays that unique, hard-to-find color nuance that connoisseurs instantly associate with the legendary Padparadscha—a fascinating play of rosy, purplish, and warmly glowing orange tones that especially shine through in transmitted light. The surface preserves the original crystal structure with fine growth features, rough patches, and natural inclusions that emphasize the authenticity and mineral history of the piece.
Inside, when illuminated, vibrant color zones reveal themselves, ranging from deep pink to glowing orange, giving the crystal its almost magical radiance. It is precisely this rare combination of color, transparency, and raw, unaltered form that makes such sapphires highly desirable for collectors and gemstone lovers. At the same time, the upward glow in the light lends the stone an elegant, almost mystical presence.
An extraordinary rough sapphire that stands out both aesthetically and mineralogically and offers itself as a value-enhancing collectible—an piece of nature that shows the rarest of sapphire colors in an unrefined form.
Product Type : Natural
Product Name : Padparadscha Color Sapphire Crystal
Weight : 46.65 ct
Size: 22x14x12mm
Treatment : Unheated/ Untreated
Origin : Sri Lanka
Hardness : 9
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This impressive rough crystal displays that unique, hard-to-find color nuance that connoisseurs instantly associate with the legendary Padparadscha—a fascinating play of rosy, purplish, and warmly glowing orange tones that especially shine through in transmitted light. The surface preserves the original crystal structure with fine growth features, rough patches, and natural inclusions that emphasize the authenticity and mineral history of the piece.
Inside, when illuminated, vibrant color zones reveal themselves, ranging from deep pink to glowing orange, giving the crystal its almost magical radiance. It is precisely this rare combination of color, transparency, and raw, unaltered form that makes such sapphires highly desirable for collectors and gemstone lovers. At the same time, the upward glow in the light lends the stone an elegant, almost mystical presence.
An extraordinary rough sapphire that stands out both aesthetically and mineralogically and offers itself as a value-enhancing collectible—an piece of nature that shows the rarest of sapphire colors in an unrefined form.
Product Type : Natural
Product Name : Padparadscha Color Sapphire Crystal
Weight : 46.65 ct
Size: 22x14x12mm
Treatment : Unheated/ Untreated
Origin : Sri Lanka
Hardness : 9
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 have been checked and acknowledged by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that conducts final inspection, pickup, packaging, and dispatch; these are the costs that result.
The buyer bears all potential import and export costs, duties, shipping costs, etc..
Also see our other items and shipping costs, pickup costs saved..
In some of the pictures the stone was backlit to show you the stone’s color.
For some stones we held a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And there may be deviations in colors etc., since every computer, monitor, and phone may display color qualities differently.
Details
Main mineral
Natural padparadscha-colored sapphire
Mineral form
– exceptionally rare rough-crystal aesthetics - 46.65 ct
Weight
9.33 g
Country of origin
Sri Lanka
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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.
