Ceylon sapphire stone, 8.85 carats

Technical details: Type: Zafir (Sapphire) Weight: 8.85 Carats Dimensions (mm): 14.12x10.06x6.11 Shape: Oval Color: Blue Clarity: Eye-clean Transparency: Transparent Hardness: 9.0 Treatment: Untreated Origin: Sri Lanka Certification: Certificate from Saudi Laboratory (MT) - Website (www.mtgl.com.sa) The sapphire (Sapphire) is one of the most precious and magnificent gemstones, known for its deep enchanting blue color. The sapphire is composed of corundum mineral, and its color is derived from small amounts of iron and titanium. Blue sapphire is valued for its beauty and durability, ranking second after diamond in hardness. Sri Lankan, Kashmir, and Madagascar mines are famous for producing the finest types of blue sapphire, and Kashmiri sapphire in particular is among the rarest and most expensive types of sapphire in the world.