55.99ct ETW Earth-Mined Purple Star Sapphire – Oval Cabochon, GLC Certified

55.99ct ETW Earth-Mined Purple Star Sapphire – Oval Cabochon, GLC Certified

This extraordinary loose gemstone features a substantial 55.99-carat earth-mined purple star sapphire, displaying a distinctive six-rayed star phenomenon across its polished oval cabochon surface. Accompanied by GLC certification, this impressive gemstone offers exceptional size and striking visual character.

Specifications:

Gemstone: Purple Star Sapphire
Carat Weight: 55.99ct ETW
Cut: Oval Cabochon
Clarity: Opaque
Treatment: Unheated
Optical Phenomenon: Six-Rayed Star (Asterism)
Certification: GLC Certified
Condition: New

Earth-mined purple star sapphire weighing an impressive 55.99ct ETW in an oval cabochon, featuring opaque clarity, an unheated designation, and a six-rayed star phenomenon.

The defining feature of this gemstone is its six-rayed star, an optical effect known as asterism. This phenomenon occurs when light interacts with oriented microscopic inclusions within the sapphire, producing a star-shaped reflection that can become particularly noticeable under a concentrated light source. The smooth cabochon surface is essential for displaying this distinctive effect.

Star sapphires belong to the corundum mineral family, renowned for its hardness of 9 on the Mohs scale. While blue star sapphires are widely recognized, purple examples offer a distinctive variation on this classic gemstone. Their appeal lies in the combination of body color, star visibility, and the natural internal structure responsible for asterism.

At an exceptional 55.99 carats, this sapphire has substantial size and commanding presence. Its impressive weight makes it especially suitable as the centerpiece of a custom statement pendant or as a prominent specimen in a serious gemstone collection.

The accompanying GLC certification provides additional documentation for this remarkable gemstone. Its combination of purple coloration, six-rayed asterism, unheated character, and unusually large carat weight creates a memorable collector-oriented presentation.

An impressive earth-mined purple star sapphire offering extraordinary size, fascinating optical character, and distinctive appeal for gemstone collectors and custom jewelry enthusiasts.

(Stock Code: EDMM)

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