1.17 ct. Benitoite - The Gem Trader Rare Gems

1.17 ct. Benitoite


  • Color: Medium Very Slightly Violetish-Blue

  • Clarity: Eye Clean

  • Origin: San Benito Co., California

  • Cut: Seven Sided Modified Brilliant

  • Treatments: None

  • Measurements: 6.2 x 5.9 mm

A lovely example of this always popular rarity.  The gem is loupe clean, has been given a precision custom cut and has the most sought-after medium dark bodycolor - there is absolutely nothing at all to detract from this one; it is a gorgeous stone.  Moreover, this stunner passes the benchmark one carat weight mark and has been given a precision cut that brings it visually close to being a round - there has always been a premium for these.  These are so scarce now that prices have jumped considerably while demand continues unabated.  With full GIA laboratory report.

$4700 / carat - $5499 total