Sapphires Illustrate the Wonder of Gems and the Limits of Perception

July 14th, 2010 by James L. Sweaney, CGA, FGA. GG
5 ct. Ceylon sapphires

5 ct. Ceylon sapphires

These two sapphires are both from the island of Sri Lanka, both are heat enhanced, both are from the same vendor, both weigh about the same.

5 ct. Ceylon sapphires, v2

5 ct. Ceylon sapphires, v2

Here's another photograph, same stones, same photographer (myself), same camera, same photo stage, similar macro lens, slightly different lighting. Can you guess which one costs more?

These beautiful

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