Blue Sapphire - Bracelet - Myanmar faceted stones

Exceptionally beautiful bracelet made from blue sapphires from Myanmar (Burma), composed of round beads of about 8 mm. The beads are both polished and faceted, causing the dark sapphire-blue tones to be subtly accentuated under different lighting.

The bracelet displays an attractive spectrum of deep navy blue and midnight blue to blue-gray nuances, combined with the natural internal structures and color variations that give each bead a unique character. The facets provide extra light reflection and give the whole a more pronounced, luxurious appearance.

Sapphire belongs to the mineral group corundum and has a hardness of 9 on the Mohs scale. Thus sapphire, after diamond, is among the hardest natural minerals. The blue color of natural sapphire is generally associated with trace elements such as iron and titanium.

With a weight of 27.1 grams this bracelet feels noticeably substantial for beads of about 8 mm.

Specifications

* Gemstone: blue sapphire
* Mineral group: corundum
* Origin: Myanmar (Burma)
* Color: dark blue / navy blue / blue-gray
* Bead shape: round
* Treatment: polished and faceted
* Bead diameter: approx. 8 mm
* Length/Circumference: approx. 18 cm
* Weight: 27.1 grams
* Construction: elasticated stringing
* Condition: very good

Notes

The combination of Myanmar origin and the faceted finish makes this bracelet interesting for both gemstone jewelry enthusiasts and mineral collectors. Because of the facets, the beads respond more vividly to changing light than fully smooth-polished sapphire beads.

Natural color variations, inclusions and internal structures are visible and contribute to the individual character of the stones.

An elegant yet powerful bracelet with a classic gemstone that has been valued for centuries.