LOT #71086 |
Starting Bid: $1,500
3.35 ct Sapphire. ...
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Description
3.35 ct SapphireShape: Pear
Measurements: 10.30 x 8.24 x 5.09 mm
Origin: Basalt related
Treatment: No indications of heating
Report: GIA # 2231790561
Estimate: $3,000 - up.
Condition Report*:
Colored Gems:
Type(s): Sapphire
Shape(s): Pear
Count: 1 - 25
Avg Quality: Good
Certified Gems:
Gem: 1
Lab: GIA
Certification #: 2231790561
Carat: 3.35
Shape: Pear
Origin: Basalt Related
Treatment: No Indications of Heating
Type: Sapphire
Metals:
Gold
Overall Condition: Very Good
Condition Notes: This sapphire is described as basalt related because its gemological features are consistent with formation in basaltic volcanic environments. Sapphires typically develop in one of two geological contexts when considering primary sources: metamorphic marble hosted deposits or basalt related volcanic environments. This example bears a nice coloration and good clarity without appearing overly dark which can be the case with some basaltic sapphire localities.
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Type(s): Sapphire
Shape(s): Pear
Count: 1 - 25
Avg Quality: Good
Certified Gems:
Gem: 1
Lab: GIA
Certification #: 2231790561
Carat: 3.35
Shape: Pear
Origin: Basalt Related
Treatment: No Indications of Heating
Type: Sapphire
Metals:
Gold
Overall Condition: Very Good
Condition Notes: This sapphire is described as basalt related because its gemological features are consistent with formation in basaltic volcanic environments. Sapphires typically develop in one of two geological contexts when considering primary sources: metamorphic marble hosted deposits or basalt related volcanic environments. This example bears a nice coloration and good clarity without appearing overly dark which can be the case with some basaltic sapphire localities.
Auction Info
Tuesday Jewel Box Select Auction #172601 (go to Auction Home page)
Proxy Bidding Ends
January
6th
Tuesday
1:50 pm CT
Auction Dates
January
6th
Tuesday
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