Lot 1242
Natural Corundum Star Sapphire
Sold July 9, 2026
- Price realized
- $130
Price realized is the winning bid (hammer price) and excludes buyer’s premium.
About this lot
GIA Gemstone Certification Stats
Dimensions: 10.90 x 9.01 x 5.46 mm
Weight: 6.03 carats
Mohs Hardness: 9
Toughness: Excellent
Shape: Oval
Color: Blue
Transparency: Semi-Translucent
Cutting Style: Double 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.
The asterism of this stone is concentrated in a shallow surface layer,
Lot details
- Lot
- 1242
- Category
- Jewelry and Personal Accessories › Loose Gemstones
- Closed
- July 9, 2026
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