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12.30 Ct. Blue Sapphire | Mined in Sri Lanka | Certified by GRS & Lotus

Listing ID: 440554 | Stone ID: E10409

Price: $43050 $25830 (40% off)

Media

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Collections

This item is a part of the following collections:

Treasures of the Earth

"Treasures of the Earth" is a collection of noteworthy gemstones hand-picked by our team of gemstone experts. Every gemstone in this collection will captivate you with its intrinsic beauty and spectacular flair.

Description

Curation

Curated by: Harshil Zaveri, Founder & CEO

Description: Here's a breathtaking 12-29-carat sapphire from the storied mines of Sri Lanka. Its antique cushion shape exudes timeless elegance, showcasing the beauty of nature's own craftsmanship. The captivating "cornflower blue" color, untouched by any enhancements, rivals the allure of the renowned Kashmir sapphires, while its velvety appearance adds a touch of regal charm. With its considerable size, it becomes a prized possession—an emblem of grace and prestige. Embrace this celestial treasure, and let its enchanting beauty become the centerpiece of your cherished collection, evoking awe and admiration for generations to come.

Gemstone, Origin & Treatments

Species: Natural Corundum

Gemstone & Variety: Natural Blue Sapphire

Geographic Origin: Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Treatments: No Treatments (Unheated/Untreated)

Weight, Measurements & Shape

Weight: 12.30 carats

Measurements (L x W x H): 13.96 x 11.23 x 7.66 mm

Type of Cutting: Faceted

Shape: Rectangular Cushion

Color

Intensity of Color: Vivid

Shade: Velvety Blue

Color Award: "Cornflower Blue"

Description of Color Award: The lively blue color of this gem earns it the "Cornflower Blue" color award.

Transparency & Clarity

Transparency: Transparent

Clarity grade: Slightly Included

Clarity description: Inclusions are slightly visible at eye view

Fluorescence

Fluorescence is the visible light some gemstones emit when exposed to invisible ultraviolet (UV) rays. We've described below the intensity and color of the gemstone's fluorescence under long-wave UV light (LWUV).

Fluorescence Intensity: Medium

Fluorescence Color: Orange

Special Characteristics

Large Size: The size of this gemstone is large compared to the commonly available sizes in this species/variety, making it rare and highly sought-after.

Velvety Appearance: This gemstone exhibits an appearance that is classified as "velvety". Such an appearance results from very fine microscopic particles that scatter light, causing the coveted visual effect without negatively affecting the gem's transparency. Gemstones with a velvety appearance have little to no extinction, display a warm glow, and look very pleasing to the eye. Therefore, velvety appearance is considered a highly sought-after trait in gemstones. The most prominent examples of gemstones coveted for their velvety appearance are the legendary Kashmir sapphires.

Gemological Reports

This item is accompanied by the following gemological reports. We will ship the original reports along with the item.

GRS Gem Research Swisslab report # GRS2024-072272

• The accompanying GRS report authenticates this gemstone as a "Natural Sapphire" of "Sri Lanka" origin with a comment stating "No indication of thermal treatment".

Lotus Gemology report # 9013-9179

• The accompanying Lotus report authenticates this gemstone as a "Natural Sapphire" of "Sri Lanka (Ceylon)" origin with a comment stating "No indications of heating/treatment".

• The accompanying Lotus report describes the color as "Cornflower Blue" and states "The lively blue color of this gem earns it the Lotus 'Cornflower Blue' distinction". Lotus awards this color term only to select blue sapphires that meet their specific "cornflower blue" color criteria.

StarRuby.in Listing Price

Original Listing Price: $43050

Gem Rock Auctions Price (40% off): $25830

The original listing price of this item on our website and all other sales channels is $43050. The current listing price on Gem Rock Auctions is $25830 since we've listed all our inventory here with a flat 40% discount from our original listing prices.

Recommended Retail Price (RRP)

The “Recommended Retail Price (RRP)” is the price you can expect to pay for a similar item at a high-street retail store.

Recommended Retail Price (RRP): $96863

References

Listing ID: 440554

Stone ID: E10409

Payments, Shipping & Returns

Payments

What payment options are available?
We accept payments by the following methods:

• PayPal

• All major credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, etc.)

• Escrow.com

• Direct deposit (bank transfer)

You can pay via the Gem Rock Auctions checkout system for PayPal, credit/debit card, or Escrow.com payments.

If you want to buy by bank transfer, please contact us for more information.

How soon am I required to pay for the purchased item(s)?
We usually require payments to be made within five business days after an item is purchased, an offer is accepted, or an auction is won. If you need more time to pay, please contact us.

Do you offer layaway payment plans?
Yes, we will be happy to offer you a layaway payment plan or a flexible payment plan. Please contact us to discuss this.

Shipping Information

What are the shipping methods available & shipping fees?
We offer the following shipping options:

1. STANDARD shipping by Express Mail Service (EMS)

   • Shipping fee: Free shipping

   • Delivery time: 7-15 business days to most locations

   • Insurance: Fully insured

   • Tracking: Trackable online on the Emirates Post or India Post websites

2. EXPRESS shipping by FedEx

   • Shipping fee: $47

   • Delivery time: 3-5 business days to most locations

   • Insurance: Fully insured

   • Tracking: Trackable online on the FedEx website

3. PREMIUM shipping by Brinks, Malca Amit, or Ferrari

   • Shipping fee: Contact us for a quote

   • Delivery time: 1-3 business days to most locations

   • Insurance: Fully insured

What is the default shipping method?
We offer FREE standard shipping for all orders by Express Mail Service (EMS), the fastest postal shipping method.

You have the option to upgrade to express shipping by FedEx ($47 fee). If you would like to upgrade, please choose FedEx as the shipping option when checking out.

If you would like to opt for premium shipping by Brinks, Malca Amit, or Ferrari, please contact us for a shipping quote.

Do you offer international shipping?
Yes, we ship worldwide to all countries.

What is your handling time for shipping?
For most orders, our handling time for shipping is 1-3 business days.

Where will the order ship from?
Depending on your shipping address & item’s location, your order will be shipped from our offices in Mumbai (India) or Dubai (UAE).

Can I combine multiple items into a single shipment?
Yes, you can combine multiple items from our store into a single shipment.

How secure are your shipping methods?
All shipments we send are securely packaged and shipped with full insurance & tracking. Signature confirmation is required for all deliveries. In the improbable event that the shipment is lost or damaged in transit, we are responsible, and we will issue a refund.

Will you send the tracking information after shipping?
Yes, we’ll add the tracking information to the order on Gem Rock Auctions once it’s shipped. We’ll also send you an email and a message on Gem Rock Auctions with detailed tracking information.

Will I have to pay any customs duty, import tax, or VAT on the shipment you send?
The import of loose gemstones and diamonds into the US is duty-free. So, no customs duty, import tax, or VAT will be applicable when importing into the US.

For buyers outside the US, please contact us to get more information about customs duty, import tax, or VAT in your country.

Returns

What is your return policy?
We offer “30-day returns” on all purchases made from our store. After receiving any purchased item, if you would like to return it for any reason, you can send it back for a refund anytime within 30 days from the delivery date.

Who is responsible for the two-way shipping costs?
We provide prepaid FedEx shipping labels for all returns so that the item(s) can be returned by the buyer hassle-free and without incurring any costs. The shipping costs, both ways, are borne by us.

Will I receive a full refund?
For PayPal or bank transfer payments, we will issue a full refund without any deductions. For Escrow.com or credit/debit card payments, the payment processing fees incurred by us will be deducted from the refund as per actuals (typically ranging between 2.90% to 4.90% of the payment amount).

How to return an item?
If you would like to return an item, please contact us to request the return shipping instructions & a prepaid FedEx shipping label.

What is the time frame to receive a refund?
All refunds are processed within 1-3 business days after receiving the item back in its original condition, along with its accompanying gemological reports (if any). We will refund the payment back to the original mode of payment.

Other Information

About our Pictures, Videos & 360° Interactive Views

How are your gemstones photographed?
Our gemstones are photographed by highly trained & experienced professional photographers using state-of-the-art equipment, advanced macro photography techniques, and customized gemstone lighting systems that simulate natural daylight (5500 K).

Are your pictures & videos accurate?
As a gemstone & jewelry business specializing in eCommerce sales, we fully understand the concerns about shopping for such unique items online. After years of research on developing customized gemstone lighting systems and advanced macro photography techniques, we have successfully made true-to-life gemstone photos, videos & 360° interactive views a reality.

We take extraordinary care to capture the actual color and appearance of our gemstones. The lighting systems we use in our studio have a high Color Rendering Index (CRI) of >95 and a Television Lighting Consistency Index (TLCI) >97 for accurate color capture by DSLR cameras. Additionally, we evaluate the color accuracy on color-calibrated screens with a hardware color-calibration device for maximum accuracy. Therefore, the media provided on our listing pages fairly and accurately depict the actual color & appearance of the gemstones as seen in person.

Which devices or screens provide the best viewing experience for your pictures, videos & 360° interactive views?
Our media has embedded sRGB color space profiles for accurate viewing in browsers and other color-managed software.

While we test the color accuracy of all of our media across multiple screen types, the colors are most accurately seen on the latest generation of screens (laptops/desktops with IPS display, iPhones, iPads, or iMacs with retina display, and other mobile devices with IPS, OLED, AMOLED, or QLED displays).

Grading Scales, Charts & more

Color Grading Scale: https://info.starruby.in/color

Clarity Grading Scale: https://info.starruby.in/clarity

Shape Chart: https://info.starruby.in/shape

Gemstone Size Chart: https://info.starruby.in/size

Information on Gemological Laboratories: https://info.starruby.in/labs

Bespoke Jewelry Solutions: https://info.starruby.in/jewelry

Why Buy from Us

Only authentic, natural & unheated/untreated gemstones.

Curation & evaluation by in-house gemologists.

Certification by top international labs like GIA, GRS, IGI, etc.

Wholesale pricing. Huge savings.

Gemstones direct from mine to market.

Accurate pictures, 360° interactive views, videos, and descriptions.

Reliable international shipping.

Hassle-free returns.

Unparalleled reputation & history.

Ethically & environmentally responsible.

Personalized customer support.

100% satisfaction guaranteed.

StarRuby.in Group

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Mumbai, India

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Mumbai, India

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Dubai, UAE

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New York, USA

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