
Sapphire White
about Sapphire White
The different colors found within members of the of the corundum group are due to trace amounts of elements that act as colorants. Corundum without impurities, and therefore with out color, are rare and are called white sapphire. White sapphire is a hard and durable gemstone suitable for all forms of jewelry. With its high luster and brilliance white sapphire is a good substitute for diamond. Some white sapphire contains fine silk needles that appear milky white when cut in cabochon produce a six ray star. The primary source for white sapphire is Sri Lanka and Burma although they are found else where in small quantities. Sapphire is the designated birthstone for September.





Ceylon White Sapphire
Treatment: traditional heatOrigin: Sri Lanka
Hardness: 9
Shape: Round Diamond cut
Clarity: Eye clean
Material: Corundum
Diameter: 3.75mm
Weight: .228 carats average weight
Color: White Colorless
Beautiful white colorless. Dazzling brilliance. Precision cut diamond round. Eye clean clarity. There are 22 of these fine gems available. Price listed is per gemstone. Receive a 20% discount on the purchase of 4 or more gems