STAR SAPPHIRE: 6-RAY STAR - 12.58 CT. ...

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STAR SAPPHIRE: 6-RAY STAR - 12.58 CT
Sri Lanka
Star Sapphires exhibit a star-like phenomenon known as asterism - caused by intersecting needlelike inclusions (usually of Rutile) that reveal a "star" shaped pattern when viewed with a single-point light source. Although Sapphires come in a multitude of colors, blue Sapphires are the most desirable. This fine blue Star Sapphire has a sharp, well-centered six-ray star with a light blue, almost transparent, body color. As expected, a number of inclusions are present and visible in transmitted light; this is not consequential to the overall Sapphire. This oval cabochon weighs 12.58 carats, measures 13.0 x 11.79 mm, and is in fine condition.

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