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9.23 Ct. Blue Sapphire | Mined in Madagascar | Certified by GRS

Listing ID: 440845 | Stone ID: E11047

Price: $396890 $238134 (40% off)

Media

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Collections

This item is a part of the following collections:

Royal Araina Collection: Gemstones that you "fall in love" with

Named after his daughter, the "Royal Araina Collection" is a hand-picked selection of exceptional, noteworthy gemstones by Harshil Zaveri, the founder of StarRuby.in .

Why choose one gemstone rather than another?

That is where Harshil comes into his own, revealing that his sensibility extends far beyond simple expertise.

In addition to applying the gemological selection criteria, he seeks out stones that speak to him: those that evoke an idea, bring out an emotion, recall a memory, or tell a story.

Every gemstone in the "Royal Araina Collection" is a rare, timeless treasure highly sought-after by discerning collectors and gem connoisseurs.

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: Imagine swaying in your hammock adjacent to the idyllic beaches of Madagascar and looking up at the bight-blue sky. You're more than likely surrounded by a blue as beautiful as the one captured in this 9.23-carat blue sapphire, mined in the location.

This sapphire's stunning royal blue color, unenhanced by heat treatment, is richly saturated throughout the stone. Its sparkling clarity, meanwhile, allows you to clearly see the flashes of light within.

Adding to its allure is the square-octagonal shape with a classic step cut, which is immensely sought-after in rare colors. The large, open table and step cuts of its pavilion produce a hall of mirrors effect with the interplay of light and dark planes, giving the stone an elegant appeal. As light passes through its facets, this blue sapphire comes to life, sparkling like the ocean in moonlight, creating a breathtaking display of shimmering beauty that's enchanting.

These qualities combined give this stone a sense of mystery that will leave you spellbound.

All told, this special gem has the qualities to make an extraordinary jewel or a timeless treasure for the gem collector.

Gemstone, Origin & Treatments

Species: Natural Corundum

Gemstone & Variety: Natural Blue Sapphire

Geographic Origin: Madagascar

Treatments: No Treatments (Unheated/Untreated)

Weight, Measurements & Shape

Weight: 9.23 carats

Measurements (L x W x H): 10.86 x 10.44 x 8.25 mm

Type of Cutting: Faceted

Shape: Square Octagon - Emerald Cut / Step Cut

Color

Intensity of Color: Vivid to Deep

Shade: Blue

Color Award: "Royal Blue"

Description of Color Award: The exceptionally rich azure blue color of this gem earns it the "Royal Blue" color award.

Gemologist’s Comments on Color: The color of this blue sapphire is an attractive and highly desirable shade of "royal blue", without being overly dark in appearance.

Transparency & Clarity

Transparency: Transparent

Clarity grade: Loupe-Clean

Clarity description: The stone is completely free from eye-visible inclusions, and no inclusions are seen under 10x magnification

Gemologist’s Comments on Clarity: Such a high level of transparency and exceptional clarity (loupe-clean) is rarely seen in natural & unheated/untreated blue sapphires, particularly in stones over 5 carats in weight.

The features seen in the stone's pavilion are naturally occurring rough, unpolished surface areas. When cutting & polishing blue sapphires, it's a common practice to intentionally keep certain portions of the stone in the natural, rough, unpolished form, particularly in the pavilion/bottom of the stone. This is done to preserve the carat weight and maintain the stone's overall shape/symmetry. Such minor external features are commonly seen in most natural & unheated/untreated blue sapphires. Since they are located in the pavilion, they don't affect the stone's clarity, face-up appearance, or luster.

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: None

Fluorescence Color: Not applicable

Special Characteristics

Exceptional Quality: The overall quality of this gemstone is classified as "exceptional". Its unique combination of extraordinary color, remarkable clarity, and superior appearance make it almost impossible to replace.

Vibrant Brilliancy: This gemstone exhibits a brilliancy that is classified as "vibrant." Vibrant brilliancy results from a combination of factors such as skillful cutting, excellent clarity, even color distribution, and a very low degree of extinction.

Superior Cutting: The cut grade of this gemstone is classified as "superior". It has been masterfully cut by our highly skilled gem cutters (lapidaries) to bring out its best qualities and diminish any perceived imperfections. This gemstone is symmetrical, well-proportioned, and has an excellent surface polish. Therefore, it displays the maximum dispersion, scintillation, and fire.

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 report. We will ship the original report along with the item.

GRS Gem Research Swisslab report # GRS2023-100283

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

• The accompanying GRS report describes the color as "vivid blue (GRS-type 'royal blue')". GRS awards this color term only to select blue sapphires that meet their specific "royal blue" color criteria.

StarRuby.in Listing Price

Original Listing Price: $396890

Gem Rock Auctions Price (40% off): $238134

The original listing price of this item on our website and all other sales channels is $396890. The current listing price on Gem Rock Auctions is $238134 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): $893003

References

Listing ID: 440845

Stone ID: E11047

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

StarRuby.in Private Limited
Mumbai, India

Harshil Jewellers
Mumbai, India

Star Ruby Gems DMCC
Dubai, UAE

StarRuby.in Inc.
New York, USA

Star Ruby Gems
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