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A natural 0.69 ctw matched pair of untreated purple sapphires, cut as tapered baguettes and hand-matched for direct use as three-stone ring or earring side stones.
Expert Opinion
Ahmed Shareek's Assessment
"AGCL certifies this color as violet, and we sell it as purple — that's a judgment call on a genuinely borderline hue, and buyers should know both labels apply before they order this pair for a specific design."
Rarity Analysis
A few factors work together to make this pair less common than a single loose sapphire of similar size:
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Color: Purple, certified by AGCL as violet — a hue at the boundary of two color categories, with strong purple/reddish-purple pleochroism.
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Size: 0.69 ctw total across two stones — a small combined weight that makes finding a true left-right match harder than sourcing one loose stone this size.
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Treatment: Untreated, with no indication of heating per the AGCL report — most purple sapphire on the market is heat-treated to improve color.
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Cut: Tapered baguette, step-cut, matched for taper angle and dimensional symmetry between the two stones.
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Documentation: Independently lab-verified by AGCL (Report #M264397), confirming species, weight, dimensions, and unheated status.
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Combined effect: Natural untreated color in a genuinely uncommon hue, cut and matched as a calibrated pair, is a narrower combination than any single factor alone.
Buying Guidance
A few practical points to weigh before purchasing this specific stone:
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This is a pair, not a single stone. The 0.69 ct figure is the combined weight of two sapphires — confirm this fits your side-stone or earring design before ordering.
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The color sits between purple and violet. AGCL's report lists it as violet; if your design calls for a specific shade, review the photos and lab report closely rather than going by name alone.
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Verify your setting's calibration. Tapered baguettes are cut to a specific length and taper angle — share the dimensions (5.80 × 2.92 × 1.86 mm average) with your jeweler before finalizing a setting.
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Keep the AGCL report with the stones. Unheated status and the matched-pair identity are only meaningful with the lab documentation attached to a resale or insurance appraisal.
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Use the Try Before You Buy option if you would like to see the stone in hand before finalizing the purchase.
Learn More About This Gemstone
Gemstone Data — At a Glance
| Item # |
CG8435 |
| Carat Weight |
0.69 ctw total, matched pair |
| Species / Variety |
Corundum / Purple Sapphire |
| Shape / Cut |
Tapered Baguette, Step Cut — matched pair |
| Dimensions |
5.80 × 2.92 × 1.86 mm (average, per AGCL report) |
| Color / Intensity |
Purple (certified by AGCL as Violet) |
| Phenomenon |
None |
| Treatment |
Untreated — No Indication of Heating (per AGCL report) |
| Origin |
Sri Lanka (Ceylon) |
| Clarity |
Eye-clean, no visible inclusions under normal viewing |
| Transparency |
Transparent |
| Hardness |
9 (Mohs) |
| Certification |
AGCL Report #M264397 |
Specifications
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Variety: Purple Sapphire (Natural Corundum)
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Total Weight: 0.69 cts (pair, total)
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Dimensions: 5.80 × 2.92 × 1.86 mm (average, per AGCL report)
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Shape: Tapered Baguette
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Cut Style: Step Cut
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Origin: Sri Lanka (Ceylon)
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Treatment: Untreated — No Indication of Heating (per AGCL report)
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Color: Purple (certified by AGCL as Violet)
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Clarity: Eye-clean, no visible inclusions under normal viewing
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Hardness: 9 on the Mohs scale
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Lab Report: AGCL (Arctic Gem Certification & Laboratory), Report #M264397
Care of Tapered Baguette Purple Sapphire
- Clean with lukewarm water and mild soap using a soft brush
- Store each stone separately to avoid surface contact
- Remove before heavy physical activity
- Avoid ultrasonic or steam cleaners
One of a Kind
Each stone in this pair is a natural, untreated gemstone — no two are exactly alike, and once this matched pair is sold it cannot be reordered or reproduced.
Why This Pair
Tapered baguettes are the standard side-stone cut for three-stone rings — the narrow tip sits against the center stone's girdle, the wider end extends outward. This pair is matched for color, taper angle, and dimensional symmetry, so it's ready to mount as left-right side stones without further selection or fitting. Purple baguettes offer a distinctive alternative to the white diamond or blue sapphire side stones that dominate the three-stone market, and being fully untreated, the color in both stones is entirely natural.
Suited For
Three-stone engagement ring side stones · drop earring accent pairs · channel-set band accents · custom bracelet accents · collectors of matched untreated sapphire pairs
What's Included
- AGCL lab report (Report #M264397)
- Gemstone packed in a gem sleeve
Free US shipping; Try-On available.
Item #: CG8435 | AGCL Report #: M264397
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