Commonly Asked Questions
The Most Important Features Of A Sapphire’s Value Determining the value of a sapphire is a fairly nuanced process that considers many aspects of the sapphires composition. As we break down the process of establishing value, highlighting those that are the most important within the industry, it is important to remember that there is a […]
Sapphire Treatments To Know The majority of sapphires have had some measure of treatment, the most common being heat treatment. Throughout history, it has been a common practice to treat sapphires in some way to enhance their color and clarity. It is important to understand the ways in which sapphires may be treated so you […]
Why Lab Reports May Conflict On Sapphires As we covered in the last section, it can often be difficult to tell if a stone has been treated for enhancements, especially in the case of pink and padparadscha sapphires, since a lot of change can occur at low temperatures. While one lab may decide that treatment […]
What Is A Padparadscha Sapphire? The term “padparadscha” can have varying interpretations from different . There is no formal categorization for padparadscha sapphires, and the determination is often left to the gemologist’s individual opinion. For many, it is perhaps best described as a delicate light to medium toned pink-orange to orange-pink hue. Basically a mix […]
How Important Is Sapphire Origin? The origin of a sapphire can have significant value determination. Sapphires have historical references in history and culture from particular locations that can weigh heavily on their values today. Burmese and Ceylon (Sri Lankan) sapphires have been characterized as fine sapphires in Europe for centuries, but Kashmir sapphires now have […]
Caring For Your Sapphire Jewelry Natural, untreated sapphires are hard and durable. For these reasons, they are a favorite modern gemstone especially as new trends emerge for 2019 that indicate colored gemstones are on a steep rise. To make sure your natural sapphire engagement ring is always in the best condition, it is important to know […]