Very rare natural Padparadscha sapphire in dragon form – a jewel of the finest quality from Kenya 28.05 ct- 5.61 g
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This incomparable work of art blends the breathtaking beauty of a natural Padparadscha sapphire with the powerful symbolism of a dragon – a truly majestic rarity for collectors and connoisseurs of the finest minerals.
Finely handmade, the dragon reveals itself in luminous hues from delicate pink through intense violet to deep sapphire blue. These unique color gradients are characteristic of the rarest and most valuable variety of sapphire – Padparadscha – named after the color of a setting lotus flower. The combination of vibrant color intensity, captivating shine, and natural transparency gives this piece a nearly mystical aura.
The sculpture is not only a masterpiece of handcrafted precision but also an expression of the highest natural purity. Every viewing angle reveals new facets, light reflections, and textures that make the dragon appear alive. In East Asian symbolism, the dragon is a symbol of wisdom, protection, power, and spiritual renewal – combined with the spiritual depth of the sapphire, this object becomes an energetically meaningful artifact.
A true museum piece – exceptional in rarity and beauty – that meets the highest aesthetic and energetic standards. Ideal for exclusive collections, meaningful gifts, or as the centerpiece of a discerning mineral presentation. This rare jewel is a tribute to the artistic perfection of nature.
Product Type : Natural
Product Name: Very Rare Royal Blue Color Sapphire Crystal
Weight: 28,05 ct
Size: 15,85x18,30x11,71mm
Treatment: Unheated/ Untreated
Origin: Kenia
Hardness: 9
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This incomparable work of art blends the breathtaking beauty of a natural Padparadscha sapphire with the powerful symbolism of a dragon – a truly majestic rarity for collectors and connoisseurs of the finest minerals.
Finely handmade, the dragon reveals itself in luminous hues from delicate pink through intense violet to deep sapphire blue. These unique color gradients are characteristic of the rarest and most valuable variety of sapphire – Padparadscha – named after the color of a setting lotus flower. The combination of vibrant color intensity, captivating shine, and natural transparency gives this piece a nearly mystical aura.
The sculpture is not only a masterpiece of handcrafted precision but also an expression of the highest natural purity. Every viewing angle reveals new facets, light reflections, and textures that make the dragon appear alive. In East Asian symbolism, the dragon is a symbol of wisdom, protection, power, and spiritual renewal – combined with the spiritual depth of the sapphire, this object becomes an energetically meaningful artifact.
A true museum piece – exceptional in rarity and beauty – that meets the highest aesthetic and energetic standards. Ideal for exclusive collections, meaningful gifts, or as the centerpiece of a discerning mineral presentation. This rare jewel is a tribute to the artistic perfection of nature.
Product Type : Natural
Product Name: Very Rare Royal Blue Color Sapphire Crystal
Weight: 28,05 ct
Size: 15,85x18,30x11,71mm
Treatment: Unheated/ Untreated
Origin: Kenia
Hardness: 9
Our shipping costs are checked and acknowledged by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that handles final inspection, pickup, packaging and shipping; thereby these shipping costs are incurred.
The buyer bears all potential import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc..
See also our other items and shipping costs; save on pickup costs..
In some of the images the stone has been backlit to show you the color of the stone.
For some stones we have placed a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And color variations may occur, as every computer, monitor and mobile device may display colors differently.
Details
Main mineral
Very rare natural Padparadscha sapphire in dragon form – a jewel of the finest quality from Kenya
Mineral form
28.05 ct
Weight
5.61 g
Country of origin
Kenya
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