Looking for Sapphire Burmese? We have almost everything on eBay. No matter what you love, you'll find it here. Search Sapphire Burmese and more. Burmese sapphires are among the most coveted colored gemstones in the world. The historical importance of this source and the fine quality of its high-grade material contribute to the legendary status of these gems.
Natural Burmese Blue Sapphire Rough 50 Crt 110 Piece Approx Etsy
Burmese Sapphire, also known as Myanmar sapphire and Mogok sapphires, is the blue-to-indigo variety of corundum that is mined in distinctive mountains near Mogok in the upper part of the Shan State, Burma (present-day Myanmar) and sold throughout the world. It is a highly valued gemstone that is the centerpiece of many people's collections. July 11, 2022 - Posted in: Jewelry Blog Burma sapphires have a gorgeous deep blue color known as "royal" blue. Having been used in jewelry since ancient times, they continue to be revered for their beauty even today. In the last five years, fine Burmese blue sapphires from the Baw Mar area of Mogok have reached the market. The faceted stones typically show a strong pleochroism from greenish to violetish blue when viewed perpendicular and parallel to the c-axis, respectively, with medium to strong saturation and medium to dark tone. The sapphires of Burma occur in intimate association with rubies in virtually all alluvial deposits throughout the Mogok area, but are found in quantity at only a few localities, particularly 8 miles (13 km) west of Mogok, near Kathé (Kathe).
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A matched pair of Kashmir sapphires, approximately 7 carats total. Photo by Robert Weldon/GIA; courtesy of Amba Gem Corporation. Abstract Geographic origin determination, one of the most pressing issues facing modern gemological laboratories, is especially challenging for blue sapphire. The Mogok Stone Tract of central Myanmar (Burma) is one of the world's most famed sources of colored stones, particularly ruby, sapphire, and spinel. Researchers from GIA's Bangkok laboratory recently investigated 69 blue sapphires from the northern, western, eastern and northwestern areas of Mogok. A brief history of Burmese (Myanmar) sapphires, along with details of some of the major pieces of yore. Introduction to Burmese sapphires Although it is rubies for which Burma (Myanmar) is famous, some of the world's finest blue sapphires are also mined in the Mogok area. Some of the finest Burmese Sapphires exhibit a rare phenomenon that give them a velvety appearance, this is caused by 'silk' found within the stone, dispersing light as it enters. This phenomenon combined with an intensely saturated blue hue result in some of the most sought after Sapphires in the world, and give this jewel its particularly fitting name 'The Burmese Blue Velvet'.
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The appearance of silk, twin planes, and fingerprints can indicate the Burmese origin of a sapphire. Color zoning was observed in only 10% of the samples. Burmese sapphires show a very diffuse transition from blue to colorless zones. Only a few samples in our study showed some sharp blue-col-orless color zoning. Burmese sapphires are particularly famous for their rich blue color, and they are highly sought after by gemstone enthusiasts and collectors worldwide. Origin The Mogok region of Upper Myanmar is considered the primary source of Burmese sapphires, and has been mined for centuries.
Burmese Sapphire is known for its striking blue hue, ranging from a delicate cornflower blue to a deep, velvety shade. The crystal boasts a smooth texture, almost like running your fingers over the surface of a calm lake. Some gems have beautiful patterns, like tiny waves or inclusions, that give them personality. Burma (now called Myanmar since gaining independence from the British) is another long time producing country of fine blue sapphires. Usually Burmese sapphires are described as royal blue, typically on the darker side of royal blue. Many gemologists, retailers, auctioneers, and other stone houses will talk very highly of Burmese sapphires being.
Burma Blue Star Sapphire 9.68 cts 14x11.7x5mm Simply Sapphires
A Burmese blue cabochon star sapphire and diamond cocktail ring. Star sapphires occur in almost every color seen in transparent sapphires, although yellow, orange, and green star sapphires are very uncommon. The optical phenomenon responsible for the star sapphire's shimmering rays is called asterism, from the Latin word astrum, for "star." Burma Blue Sapphire (1 - 60 of 2,000+ results) Price ($) Shipping Recommended Sort by: Relevancy 16 inch Strand, Gorgeous Quality, Natural Burma Blue Sapphire Smooth Oval Shape Beads, Size-5.00-8.00mm (1.4k) $32.00 $64.00 (50% off)
