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Natural Blue Sapphire 0.97 Carat – Round Cut Loose Gemstone
This natural blue sapphire weighing 0.97 carat is a refined loose gemstone suited for custom rings, necklaces, or bespoke jewellery. Featuring a classic round cut and rich royal blue colour, this sapphire offers durability, brilliance, and long-term value. It is ideal for buyers seeking a high-quality sapphire for engagement jewellery or fine custom designs.
Carefully selected for clarity and colour balance, this sapphire is supplied loose and can be set into a wide range of jewellery styles. Its hardness and stability make it suitable for everyday wear when professionally mounted.
✨ Gemstone Details
- Identification: Natural Sapphire
- Species: Natural Corundum
- Variety: Blue Sapphire
- Shape/Cut: Round
- Clarity: VVS
- Weight: 0.97 carat
- Colour: Royal Blue
- Measurement: 5.20 x 5.70 x 4.30
- Treatment: heat treated
- Birthstone: September
Sellers comments –. Has colour bands and silk
This sapphire comes with a certificate from an authorized gemologist. Slight colour variation may appear under different lighting conditions due to natural colour zoning.
Custom Jewellery & Usage
This sapphire is sold as a loose gemstone and does not come set in a ring. It may be used for engagement rings, pendants, or other custom jewellery designs. We offer custom jewellery creation using gold, rose gold, white gold, silver, and platinum. Please contact us to discuss your design requirements.
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Why choose a natural blue sapphire?
Blue sapphires are valued for their durability, colour stability, and timeless appeal. Round-cut sapphires are especially popular due to their symmetry and versatility, making them suitable for a wide range of jewellery styles. A 0.97 carat sapphire offers an excellent balance between presence and wearability.
Shipping & Returns
Worldwide shipping is available. Orders are shipped securely with tracking. Buyers are responsible for any applicable customs or import duties. Returns are accepted within 15 days of delivery, provided the gemstone is unused and returned in original condition.
WORLDWIDE SHIPPING
Free standard shipping worldwide! Item will be shipped from Sri Lanka with tracking number and fully insured. Delivery time is 7 - 10 business days (Due to Covid-19 delivery might take longer). Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply.
RETURNS
We have a 100% money back policy in case of any dis-satisfaction. You may return it within 15 days of receipt of same in original, unused and same condition. A refund would be processed after we receive the gemstone back.
We hope you enjoy your purchase and will consider us for future purchases. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or requests. Thanks.
IMPORTANT FACTS
- All our gemstones are natural and earth-mined. Each of the stones displayed are inspected carefully and are cut and polished by professionals. This enables us to provide high quality gemstones at a wholesale price.
- Our gemstones are not lab created, have not received any chemical treatments,. We sell gemstones which are either 100% natural or treated with basic heat treatment. You can find this information under specification for each product.
- Earth-mined gem stones naturally consists of natural inclusions such as feathers, colour bands, needle like inclusions, crystals. These might be visible under a 10x lens.
- Due to fluctuations in different scales please allow ± 0.1 cts for each stone. This will not affect the final price.
- In order to give you a better look of our products, we work hard to get images from different angles. However we guarantee you that the real gemstone is prettier than the images.
Please do not hesitate to Contact us for any questions or requirement.
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WHAT ARE NATURAL BLUE SAPPHIRES?
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Natural blue sapphires are precious gemstones from the corundum family, valued for their stunning blue color ranging from light to deep royal blue. Each stone’s hue and saturation contribute to its beauty and rarity.
WHAT IS A CEYLON SAPPHIRES?
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Ceylon sapphires refer to natural sapphires mined from Sri Lanka (formerly known as Ceylon). These gemstones are celebrated for their exceptional brilliance, clarity, and lighter yet vivid blue hues.
Unlike darker sapphires from other regions, Ceylon sapphires have a luminous quality that allows light to pass beautifully through the stone, making them a favorite among collectors and fine jewelers worldwide.
WHAT IS A ROYAL BLUE SAPPHIRES?
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A Royal Blue sapphire is known for its deep, velvety blue color — rich, intense, and evenly saturated. This luxurious hue is considered the “ideal blue” for fine jewelry and is often found in high-end gemstones from Sri Lanka, Kashmir or Myanmar (Burma)
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Its regal tone symbolizes nobility, wisdom, and power — famously worn by royals, including Princess Diana’s iconic engagement ring.
WHAT ARE CORNFLOWER BLUE SAPPHIRES?
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Cornflower Blue sapphires are prized for their soft, medium-light blue color with a slight violet undertone — reminiscent of the delicate cornflower blossom. These sapphires, especially from Kashmir and Sri Lanka, are treasured for their vivid yet soft tone, often described as “pure” blue without being too dark or pale.
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Collectors value them for their gentle, romantic color balance — ideal for elegant, timeless jewelry.
WHAT ARE PALE BLUE SAPPHIRES?
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Pale Blue sapphires display a lighter, icy blue tone that feels fresh and subtle. Though less saturated, these sapphires have an airy brilliance and are often chosen for minimalist jewelry or pastel-inspired engagement rings.
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Their understated elegance makes them an affordable and graceful choice for those who prefer delicate hues over deep saturation.
WHAT ARE VIVID BLUE SAPPHIRES?
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Vivid Blue sapphires showcase the most intense and lively blue tone within the sapphire spectrum. Their color is rich, electric, and full of energy, with superior light reflection and saturation.
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Stones in this category are extremely rare, especially when combined with high clarity and size. They make stunning centerpieces for engagement rings and statement jewelry.
WHAT ARE NATURAL SAPPHIRES?
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A Natural sapphire is a gemstone formed in the Earth over millions of years without any synthetic or lab-created processes. Many natural sapphires undergo gentle heating to enhance clarity or color — a common and accepted treatment in the gem trade.
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At NashGems, we specialize in certified natural sapphires from ethical sources, ensuring each gemstone’s authenticity, traceability, and unmatched beauty.
ARE YOUR BLUE SAPPHIRES TREATED?
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We provide full disclosure on any treatments. Many of our sapphires are heat-treated, a standard industry practice to enhance color and clarity, ensuring they look their best while maintaining durability.
WHAT MAKES BLUE SAPPHIRES VALUABLE?
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Value is determined by color intensity, clarity, cut quality, carat weight, and origin. Kashmir and Burmese sapphires are particularly prized for their exceptional quality.
HOW DO I CARE FOR MY BLUE SAPPHIRE?
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Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush. Avoid harsh chemicals and store separately to prevent scratching other jewelry. Regular gentle care will preserve the sapphire’s brilliance for years.
DO YOU PROVIDE CERTIFICATES?
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Yes! We can provide gemological certificates from reputable labs upon request, ensuring authenticity and giving you confidence in your purchase.