Natural rare sapphire rough crystal from Kenya – an exceptional collector's jewel - 41.70 ct- 8.34 g
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Natural very rare royal blue sapphire crystal from Kenya, unheated, 41.70 ct (22×17×13 mm), 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 structure of blue, golden, and smoky shades that read like fine, overlapping layers of light and mineral structure. Particularly fascinating is the effect when transmitted light is used: deep blue shifts to warm yellow and amber tones—a rare color transition that makes Kenyan sapphires sought-after among collectors.
The rough crystal faces preserve the original character of the find and reveal the complex internal zoning, visible in fine, silky light reflections. This sapphire combines strength and elegance, appearing geologically intriguing as well as aesthetically highly appealing, and carries that natural value that collectors especially appreciate.
An authentic, unadulterated piece that stands out clearly from the crowd due to its intense color play and its origin, and is ideal as a highlight for any mineral collection.
Product Type: Natural
Product Name: Very Rare Royal Blue Color Sapphire Crystal
Weight: 41.70 ct
Size: 22x17x13 mm
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 structure of blue, golden, and smoky shades that read like fine, overlapping layers of light and mineral structure. Particularly fascinating is the effect when transmitted light is used: deep blue shifts to warm yellow and amber tones—a rare color transition that makes Kenyan sapphires sought-after among collectors.
The rough crystal faces preserve the original character of the find and reveal the complex internal zoning, visible in fine, silky light reflections. This sapphire combines strength and elegance, appearing geologically intriguing as well as aesthetically highly appealing, and carries that natural value that collectors especially appreciate.
An authentic, unadulterated piece that stands out clearly from the crowd due to its intense color play and its origin, and is ideal as a highlight for any mineral collection.
Product Type: Natural
Product Name: Very Rare Royal Blue Color Sapphire Crystal
Weight: 41.70 ct
Size: 22x17x13 mm
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; this is why these shipping costs arise.
Buyer bears all potential import and export costs, customs fees, shipping costs, etc.
See also our other items and shipping costs; pickup costs save..
In some of the pictures the stone was backlit to show you the color of the stone.
For some stones we have placed lighting 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
Natural rare sapphire rough crystal from Kenya
Mineral form
– an exceptional collector's jewel - 41.70 ct
Weight
8.34 g
Country of origin
Kenya
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