Natural Corundum Star Sapphire
Item Description
Dimensions: 10.01 x 8.14 x 4.36 mm
Weight: 4.09 carats
Mohs Hardness: 9
Toughness: Excellent
Shape: Oval
Color: Blue
Transparency: Semi-Translucent to Opaque
Cutting Style: Cabochon
Geographic Origin: Unknown
Condition: No Visible Flaws
Additional Description: Sapphire is mostly thought of as blue in color, however it could be any color of the mineral corundum, expect for red. The name comes from the Greek sapheiros which means "bright blue stone." Ancient Mediterranean cultures prized sapphire above all other gems. Today, the most highly prized blue sapphire is sourced from Kashmir, India. Other significant sources include Myanmar, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and Madagascar.
Titanium Diffused. The asterism of this stone is concentrated in a shallow surface layer,