Star sapphire is rare variety of sapphire that exhibits a rare asterism under specific lighting.
What is a star sapphire worth.
Sapphires can range in price depending on the price.
In the 1 st century b c king solomon was known to have worn a sapphire ring which gave him magical powers.
The owner who remains anonymous of the rare sapphire has valued the gem at.
Here in thailand we see several kinds of star sapphire our hometown in the province of chanthaburi thailand produces stunning black sapphires with unique golden rays that are found nowhere else in the world.
Learn about asterism an optical phenomenon displayed by these one of a kind gems why a perfect star sapphire should be a concern how critical the cut of a star sapphire is and where 2020 trends see star sapphires.
In natural light this color changing sapphire turns blue but in artificial light it displays a violet color.
The world s biggest blue star sapphire was recently found in a sri lankan mine weighing an astonishing 1 404 carats.
Star sapphire is a type of sapphire that displays asterism a star like optical effect.
However the yellow and pink sapphire have become very popular and are now often seen in jewelry.
Blue star sapphires are often diffusion treated with titanium to improve the asterism star effect.
When viewing star sapphire a six rayed star will appear to float across the surface of the stone.
We also have blue star sapphires.
Find out the characteristics and features making star sapphires unique and rare.
In the 12 th century b c helen of troy kept a star sapphire that was believed to be the root of her desirability.
Star sapphires are also found in cabochons.