Fine Dark Teal Sapphire Gemstone from Australia, 0.88 cts., 6.1x4.9 mm., Oval Shape

Gem: Sapphire
Weight: 0.88 cts.
Size: 6.18 x 4.89 mm.
Color: Dark Teal
Clarity: VVS
Cut: Oval
Locality: Australia
Treatment: Heated

Australian Sapphires are rare and display some beautiful color combinations. This stone is a rich dark teal color. The stone has excellent clarity and saturated flashes of color. This stone will make a beautiful piece of jewelry, particularly a center stone for a ring. The history of Sapphire gems in Australia stretches back over 150 years. One of the first reports is from 1851 when sapphire was recovered during gold mining on the Cudgegong and Macquarie rivers in New South Wales. In 1854 sapphire was reported from the New England area of New South Wales and in 1875 Sapphire was discovered in Retreat Creek, Central Queensland. Australian Sapphires are becoming more popular on the market and are quite welcome due to the high demand for Sapphire currently. Enjoy!