Natural large sapphire crystal on Matrix - 1188.55 carats- 237.71 g

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Natural large sapphire crystal on matrix from Kenya, 1188.55 ct, size 74×53×52 mm, unheated and untreated.

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This impressive stage shows a deep blue sapphire crystal embedded in dark, contrasting host rock. The prism-shaped crystal reveals an intense, almost velvety blue under light, with fine transparency zones that clearly demonstrate the mineral's gemstone potential.

The surrounding matrix of silvery-gray and white minerals forms a natural stage for the sapphire and emphasizes its luminous color in an impressive way.

An extraordinary collectible that fascinates both geologically and aesthetically – a naturally grown treasure that embodies the beauty of untouched Earth's history.

Product Type: Natural
Very Rare Royal Blue Color Sapphire Crystal
Weight: 1188.55 ct
Size: 74x53x52mm
Treatment: Unheated / Untreated
Origin: Kenya
Hardness: 9

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This impressive stage shows a deep blue sapphire crystal embedded in dark, contrasting host rock. The prism-shaped crystal reveals an intense, almost velvety blue under light, with fine transparency zones that clearly demonstrate the mineral's gemstone potential.

The surrounding matrix of silvery-gray and white minerals forms a natural stage for the sapphire and emphasizes its luminous color in an impressive way.

An extraordinary collectible that fascinates both geologically and aesthetically – a naturally grown treasure that embodies the beauty of untouched Earth's history.

Product Type: Natural
Very Rare Royal Blue Color Sapphire Crystal
Weight: 1188.55 ct
Size: 74x53x52mm
Treatment: Unheated / Untreated
Origin: Kenya
Hardness: 9

Our shipping costs have been verified and approved by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that handles final inspection, pickup, packaging, and the
Perform shipping; this results in these shipping costs.
Buyer bears all potential import and export costs, customs duties, shipping costs, etc.
See also our other articles and save on shipping and pickup costs.
In some of the pictures, the stone was illuminated to show you the color of the stone.
For some stones, we placed lighting under the stone to better showcase the color of the pieces. There may also be deviations in colors, etc., as each computer, monitor, and phone can display different qualities of colors.

Details

Main Mineral
Natural large sapphire crystal
Mineral Form
on Matrix - 1188.55 carats
Weight
237.71 g
Country of Origin
Kenya
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