Natural Corundum Sapphire
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Item Description
Dimensions: 7.12 x 5.08 x 3.50 mm
Weight: 1.35
Mohs Hardness: 9
Toughness: Excellent
Shape: Oval
Color: Blue
Transparency: Transparent
Cutting Style: Double Cabochon
Geographic Origin: Thailand
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
Any statement on geographic origin is an expert opinion based on a collection of observations and analytical data.