💎 Blue Green Sapphire vs Teal Sapphire: What’s the Difference?
💍 Introduction: The Subtle Distinction That Matters
While blue green sapphire and teal sapphire are often used interchangeably, gem experts and buyers know there’s a subtle yet important distinction.
In this guide, we’ll explain:
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The difference between blue green and teal sapphires
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How jewelers and consumers define the terms
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How sapphire color grading works
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What to look for when buying one
🔵🟢 1. Terminology: Teal vs Blue Green Sapphire
| Term | Common Use | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Teal Sapphire | Popular with jewelers & consumers | Even mix of blue and green – classic "teal" tone |
| Blue Green Sapphire | Technical or broad usage | Any sapphire with blue-green spectrum, may lean more blue or more green |
✅ Teal sapphire usually refers to sapphires with an even blend, while blue green sapphire includes a wider range of tones within that color space.
🎨 2. Understanding Sapphire Color GradingSapphire color is graded based on:
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Hue: The basic color (e.g., blue, green)
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Tone: Lightness or darkness of the stone
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Saturation: Intensity or vividness of the color
A teal sapphire is typically:
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Medium to dark tone
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High saturation
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Balanced hue: 50% blue, 50% green
Blue green sapphires may lean:
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60–70% blue, 30–40% green or vice versa
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May include slight zoning or uneven tones
When shopping for a teal or blue green sapphire, consider:
✅ Color Balance
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For teal: Equal mix of blue and green
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For blue green: Acceptable as long as it's visually appealing
✅ Clarity
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Eye-clean sapphires are more valuable
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Avoid stones with visible inclusions that reduce brilliance
✅ Cut
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Cushion, oval, and round cuts enhance color play
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Precision cutting brings out zoning and bi-color effects
✅ Treatment Disclosure
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Ask if the stone is heat-treated (common and acceptable)
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Untreated stones are rarer and more valuable
- diffused and berilium treated, crack filled stones are not acceptable and fetch a low value
✅ Certification
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Always ask for certification
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