1.39 ct. Pink Sapphire Crystal - The Gem Trader Rare Gems

1.39 ct. Pseudo-Cubic Gem Sapphire Crystal 


  • Color:  Medium Pink
  • Clarity:  Eye Clean
  • Origin:  Mogok, Burma
  • Cut:  Natural Crystal
  • Treatments:  None
  • Measurements:  5.5 x 4.2 mm

Here is something supremely fascinating and beautiful.  When one sees such perfectly formed gem crystals from Mogok, the mind immediately goes to Spinel - this area is famous for them.  However, this one holds a splendid secret - it is, in fact, pink Sapphire that has taken on a pseudo-cubic form.  If you look closely, you will see a little extra face and realize that the shape is not quite 'right' for Spinel.  What a little gemological treasure - and the fact that it is flawless and perfectly gemmy is such a great bonus.  Remarkable!
 

$465 total