LOT #73042 |
Current Bid: $4,100
4.81 ct Ceylon Sapphire. ...
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Description
4.81 ct Ceylon SapphireShape: Emerald-cut
Measurements: 9.56 x 8.04 x 6.08 mm
Treatment: No gemological evidence of heat. No clarity enhancement.
Origin: Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
Report: AGL #1153094
Estimate: $3,000 - up.
Condition Report*:
Colored Gems:
Certified Gems:
Gem: 1
Lab: AGL
Certification #: 1153094
Carat: 4.81
Shape: Emerald-cut
Origin: Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
Treatment: No gemological evidence of heat
Type: Sapphire
Overall Condition: Excellent
Condition Notes: From the storied gem deposits of Sri Lanka, this unmounted 4.81-carat Ceylon sapphire is accompanied by an AGL Prestige Gemstone Report confirming its unheated status and geographic origin. This stone captures the luminous clarity and saturation prized in fine sapphires. Intact intersecting rutile silk serves as natural evidence of the gem’s untreated condition, enhancing its rarity and appeal. Non-heated, untreated sapphires are scarce and extremely special to encounter.
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Certified Gems:
Gem: 1
Lab: AGL
Certification #: 1153094
Carat: 4.81
Shape: Emerald-cut
Origin: Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
Treatment: No gemological evidence of heat
Type: Sapphire
Overall Condition: Excellent
Condition Notes: From the storied gem deposits of Sri Lanka, this unmounted 4.81-carat Ceylon sapphire is accompanied by an AGL Prestige Gemstone Report confirming its unheated status and geographic origin. This stone captures the luminous clarity and saturation prized in fine sapphires. Intact intersecting rutile silk serves as natural evidence of the gem’s untreated condition, enhancing its rarity and appeal. Non-heated, untreated sapphires are scarce and extremely special to encounter.
Auction Info
Tuesday Jewel Box Select Auction #172607 (go to Auction Home page)
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February
17th
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17th
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