Natural large sapphire rough crystal from Kenya – an extraordinary collector's jewel - 155.05 ct- 31.01 g
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Selected by Georgia Foteinou
Holds BSc in geology and post-graduate qualifications in geochemistry.
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This impressive raw sapphire crystal from Kenya belongs to those rare finds that already possess a remarkable presence in their untreated state. The surface shows a naturally grown pattern of blue, golden, and smoky shades, reading like fine, superimposed layers of light and mineral structure. Especially fascinating is the transmitted-light effect: deep blue shifts to warm yellow and amber tones—a rare color transition that makes Kenyan sapphires coveted collectibles.
The raw crystal faces preserve the original character of the find and reveal the complex internal zoning, shown in fine, silky light reflections. This sapphire combines strength and elegance, appearing geologically intriguing as well as aesthetically highly appealing, carrying that natural value collectors particularly appreciate.
An authentic, unaltered piece that stands out clearly from the mass through its intense play of color and its origin, and that is ideal as a highlight in any mineral collection.
Product Type : Natural
Product Name: Very Rare Royal Blue Color Sapphire Crystal
Weight: 155,05 ct
Size: 25x24x19mm
Treatment: Unheated/ Untreated
Origin: Kenya
Hardness: 9
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This impressive raw sapphire crystal from Kenya belongs to those rare finds that already possess a remarkable presence in their untreated state. The surface shows a naturally grown pattern of blue, golden, and smoky shades, reading like fine, superimposed layers of light and mineral structure. Especially fascinating is the transmitted-light effect: deep blue shifts to warm yellow and amber tones—a rare color transition that makes Kenyan sapphires coveted collectibles.
The raw crystal faces preserve the original character of the find and reveal the complex internal zoning, shown in fine, silky light reflections. This sapphire combines strength and elegance, appearing geologically intriguing as well as aesthetically highly appealing, carrying that natural value collectors particularly appreciate.
An authentic, unaltered piece that stands out clearly from the mass through its intense play of color and its origin, and that is ideal as a highlight in any mineral collection.
Product Type : Natural
Product Name: Very Rare Royal Blue Color Sapphire Crystal
Weight: 155,05 ct
Size: 25x24x19mm
Treatment: Unheated/ Untreated
Origin: Kenya
Hardness: 9
Our shipping costs are checked and recognized by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that handles the final inspection, pickup, packing, and shipping; consequently these shipping costs arise.
Buyer bears all applicable import and export costs, duties, shipping costs, etc..
See also our other items and shipping costs; saving on pickup costs..
In some of the pictures the stone has been illuminated to show you the color of the stone.
For some stones we have held a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And color deviations may occur, as every computer, monitor and mobile device may display colors with different qualities.
Details
Main mineral
Natural large sapphire rough crystal from Kenya
Mineral form
– an extraordinary collector's jewel - 155.05 ct
Weight
31.01 g
Country of origin
Kenya
