{"product_id":"2-29ct-etw-earth-mined-blue-green-star-sapphire-oval-cabochon-unheated","title":"2.29ct ETW Earth-Mined Blue Green Star Sapphire – Oval Cabochon, Unheated - DISCOUNTED","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2.29ct ETW Earth-Mined Blue Green Star Sapphire – Oval Cabochon, Unheated - DISCOUNTED\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis distinctive 2.29-carat earth-mined blue green star sapphire from Thailand features a captivating six-ray star phenomenon and an elegant oval cabochon cut. Its natural star effect, opaque appearance, and unheated character make it an appealing addition to a gemstone collection or custom jewelry design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis stone has a small chip and thus has been discounted. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGemstone:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Blue Green Star Sapphire\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarat Weight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2.29ct ETW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCut:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oval Cabochon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 9.2 x 7.8 x 2.7 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClarity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Opaque\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unheated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thailand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptical Phenomenon:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Six-Ray Asterism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarth-mined blue green star sapphire weighing 2.29ct ETW in an oval cabochon cut from Thailand, featuring opaque clarity, unheated character, and a natural six-ray star effect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis sapphire displays attractive blue-green coloration with a distinctive six-ray star that becomes visible under suitable direct illumination. This optical phenomenon, known as asterism, creates a luminous star pattern across the polished cabochon surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStar sapphire belongs to the corundum mineral family and is prized for its exceptional hardness and unique optical characteristics. Its star effect is produced by the reflection of light from microscopic needle-like inclusions within the gemstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThailand has a long history of gemstone production and trading, particularly in the Chanthaburi region, internationally recognized for its gem industry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis gemstone is unheated, preserving its naturally occurring color and optical characteristics. Its opaque appearance is typical of many star sapphires, where the internal inclusions responsible for the star effect are an important part of the gemstone's identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 2.29 carats and measuring 9.2 x 7.8 x 2.7 mm, this sapphire offers attractive proportions for a custom pendant or collector's display. Its smooth oval cabochon shape highlights the six-ray star phenomenon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSapphire has a Mohs hardness of 9, providing excellent resistance to scratching and making it suitable for jewelry with appropriate care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis individual Thai star sapphire combines natural blue-green coloration, six-ray asterism, and unheated character in a distinctive collectible gemstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Stock Code: ABMM)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeywords: loose gemstone, earth-mined sapphire, blue green star sapphire, Thai star sapphire, Thailand gemstone, oval cabochon sapphire, six ray star sapphire, natural asterism, unheated sapphire, opaque sapphire, 2.29ct sapphire, natural corundum, star gemstone, collector gemstone, custom pendant gemstone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"West Coast Gemstones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68611603300633,"sku":null,"price":179.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/9196\/9305\/files\/2.29ctETWEarth-MinedBlueGreenStarSapphire_OvalCabochon_Unheated-1.webp?v=1794355478","url":"https:\/\/westcoastgemstones.com\/products\/2-29ct-etw-earth-mined-blue-green-star-sapphire-oval-cabochon-unheated","provider":"West Coast","version":"1.0","type":"link"}