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2.00 Ct. Pink Sapphire from Tanzania
This loose stone ships by Mar 24
Item ID: | S34602 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 7.8 Width: 6.35 Height: 5.09 |
Weight: | 2.00 Ct. |
Color: help | Pink |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Eye Clean |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Tanzania |
Per carat price: help | $620 |
This oval shaped pink sapphire weighs 2.00 carats, and presents dimensions of 7.80 x 6.35 x 5.09 mm. It is transparent, and it has been fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut, a design that combines step facets on the pavilion with brilliant facets on the crown to maximize both color saturation and scintillation. The stone is graded eye clean, evaluated at eye level, which means that under normal viewing conditions no inclusions are visible to the naked eye, and polishing is excellent, yielding crisp facet junctions and a lively surface for optimal light return. Color is described as intense, an attribute that places this gem in the higher tier of pink sapphires where the balance between saturation and tone produces a vivid, appealing face up presence. The sapphire has been heat treated, a widely accepted enhancement in the trade that improves color and clarity in a stable and permanent manner. Origin is Tanzania, a source recognized for producing sapphires with distinctive hues and strong color saturation, and this provenance contributes to the character and traceable journey of the gem when accompanied by proper documentation from The Natural Sapphire Company.
When placed in the context of famous gemstones, this pink sapphire offers a distinct set of qualities that invite respectful comparison. In terms of color intensity, it can be likened conceptually to the remarkable saturation seen in celebrated pink gemstones such as the Pink Star diamond, though those stones are diamonds with different optical properties and vastly larger sizes, and the comparison is intended to illustrate the rarity of intense pink coloration across gem types. Compared with historic sapphires that have gained renown primarily for size, such as the Logan Sapphire, this gem does not compete on carat weight, yet its combination of intense pink and eye clean clarity makes it visually remarkable in a manner that large, included museum stones sometimes are not. Unlike the famed star sapphires that display an asterism, exemplified by stones like the Star of India, this example is transparent and cut for brilliance rather than for asterism, resulting in lively sparkle and a pleasing balance of depth and table that reads well in jewelry. Against legendary colored gems like the Hope Diamond and notable rubies such as the Sunrise Ruby, this sapphire offers a different form of desirability, rooted in its hue, its clarity, and its suitability for daily wear, by virtue of corundum hardness and the precise finishing provided by expert cutting and polishing.
The unique value of this 2.00 carat Tanzanian pink sapphire lies in the synthesis of attributes that matter most to connoisseurs and makers of fine jewelry. The intense color provides immediate visual impact, while the eye clean clarity at face up viewing ensures that that color is the primary feature without visual distraction from inclusions. The mixed brilliant cut enhances both color distribution and facet scintillation, producing a lively interaction with light that makes the stone read larger than its carat weight might suggest. Excellent polish contributes to an even, reflective surface and supports optimal light performance. Heat treatment, when disclosed and applied correctly, stabilizes and refines color in a way that is considered conventional and acceptable among gemologists and jewelers, and it does not diminish the intrinsic durability of corundum for everyday wear. The dimensions recorded at 7.80 x 6.35 x 5.09 mm make this sapphire well suited to a variety of settings, offering versatility for classic solitaire rings, three stone designs, pendant focal points, or custom settings that emphasize the oval outline and brilliant cut.
The Natural Sapphire Company evaluates stones according to rigorous standards, and this sapphire represents a coherent package for clients seeking an intensely colored, well finished pink sapphire with documented origin. Its Tanzanian origin adds a contemporary geographic narrative, while the gemological particulars combine to produce a stone that is both wearable and distinctive. For designers and owners who value a blend of color vibrancy, eye clean clarity, precise cutting, and polished finish, this sapphire offers an enduring choice. Its properties reflect the practical considerations of durability and everyday use typical of corundum, and its specific combination of attributes situates it as a meaningful alternative to larger or historically famous gems, offering the opportunity to own a richly hued and technically well executed example of pink sapphire in a manageable and elegant size.































