{"product_id":"5-84ct-etw-earth-mined-gray-star-sapphire-oval-cabochon-unheated","title":"5.84ct ETW Earth-Mined Gray Star Sapphire – Oval Cabochon, Unheated","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.84ct ETW Earth-Mined Gray Star Sapphire – Oval Cabochon, Unheated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis distinctive 5.84-carat earth-mined gray star sapphire from Burma (Myanmar) features an attractive gray appearance and a classic oval cabochon cut. Its natural asterism, substantial size, and unheated character make it an interesting addition to a gemstone collection.\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 Gray Star Sapphire\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarat Weight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5.84ct 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 11.7 x 9.2 x 5.0 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 Burma (Myanmar)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptical Phenomenon:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Star Effect (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 gray star sapphire weighing 5.84ct ETW in an oval cabochon cut from Burma, featuring opaque clarity, natural star effect, and unheated character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis gray star sapphire displays a distinctive optical phenomenon known as asterism, in which intersecting needle-like inclusions create a star-shaped reflection across the curved surface when illuminated correctly.\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 fascinating optical effects. Unlike faceted sapphires, star sapphires are generally fashioned as cabochons to showcase their natural star phenomenon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBurma (Myanmar) is historically recognized for producing a variety of natural sapphires. This specimen is unheated, retaining its naturally occurring characteristics without heat enhancement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts opaque clarity is characteristic of many star sapphires, where internal rutile inclusions contribute to the formation of the star effect rather than conventional transparency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt 5.84 carats and measuring 11.7 x 9.2 x 5.0 mm, this gemstone offers attractive proportions for a custom pendant, ring, or collector's display. Its smooth oval cabochon shape works particularly well in protective bezel settings.\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 Burmese gray star sapphire combines natural asterism, classic cabochon styling, 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 star sapphire, gray star sapphire, Burmese star sapphire, Myanmar gemstone, oval cabochon sapphire, natural star sapphire, unheated sapphire, opaque sapphire, 5.84ct sapphire, asterism gemstone, natural corundum, gray gemstone, collector gemstone, statement jewelry gemstone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"West Coast Gemstones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68636933521689,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/9196\/9305\/files\/5.84ctETWEarth-MinedGrayStarSapphire_OvalCabochon_Unheated.webp?v=1794442080","url":"https:\/\/westcoastgemstones.com\/products\/5-84ct-etw-earth-mined-gray-star-sapphire-oval-cabochon-unheated","provider":"West Coast","version":"1.0","type":"link"}