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A natural 0.68 carat white sapphire in a 5mm round calibrated cut, colorless, heat treated. Calibrated 5mm round white sapphire is a standard designer and jeweler format — the 5mm diameter fits the most common standard solitaire and bezel settings available in the commercial setting market, making this a drop-in stone for any 5mm round setting without custom fabrication. Colorless white sapphire at Mohs 9 is the most durable colorless gemstone alternative to diamond.
Expert Opinion
Ahmed Shareek's Assessment
"A 5mm round is the single most requested calibrated size we carry — at 0.68 ct, loupe-clean, and cut to true 5mm diameter, this stone slots into virtually any standard round setting on the market without a bench adjustment."
Rarity Analysis
White (colorless) sapphire is a small fraction of overall corundum production, and calibrated commercial-grade round goods represent a narrow, standardized slice of that supply.
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Color: True colorless corundum is uncommon in nature; most commercial white sapphire, including this stone, is heat-treated to reach and stabilize full colorlessness.
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Size: At 0.68 ct in a 5mm diameter, this stone matches the single most common calibrated round specification in the commercial setting market — it is common by design, not by chance.
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Treatment: Heat treatment is the standard, disclosed practice for commercial white sapphire; this stone's treatment is typical for the category and openly stated.
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Clarity: Loupe-clean clarity — no eye-visible inclusions — is a meaningfully higher clarity grade than much of the calibrated white sapphire sold at this size and price point.
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Documentation: This is a calibrated commercial stone sold without a third-party gemological report; its specifications reflect the seller's own assessment.
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Combined effect: Exact 5mm calibration plus loupe-clean clarity is what makes this a reliable drop-in diamond alternative — the combination is what commercial buyers are paying for, not the color or size alone.
Buying Guidance
A few practical points to weigh before purchasing this specific stone:
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View it under multiple light sources. Colorless stones can pick up faint warmth or coolness depending on the light; check the stone under daylight-equivalent and warm indoor lighting before committing to a setting.
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Confirm your setting takes a true 5mm round. This stone is calibrated to that exact diameter — verify your mounting or CAD file is specified for 5mm, since nominal "5mm" listings can vary slightly between suppliers.
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Ask about treatment disclosure when comparison shopping. Heat treatment is standard for white sapphire, but not every seller states it plainly — this listing does.
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Weigh calibrated precision against one-of-a-kind pricing. Calibrated stones like this one are priced for manufacturing consistency rather than rarity premiums, which is part of why the per-carat cost is accessible relative to certified fancy-color sapphires.
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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 # |
CG8307 |
| Carat Weight |
0.68 ct |
| Species / Variety |
Corundum / White Sapphire |
| Shape / Cut |
Round, Portuguese cut (calibrated 5mm) |
| Dimensions |
5 x 5 mm |
| Color / Intensity |
Colorless |
| Phenomenon |
None |
| Treatment |
Heat Treated |
| Origin |
Sri Lanka (Ceylon) |
| Clarity |
Loupe Clean |
| Transparency |
Transparent |
| Hardness |
9 (Mohs) |
| Certification |
No third-party lab report on file — report number not listed in product data |
Why Choose this 0.68 ct Calibrated 5mm Round White Sapphire?
Calibrated 5mm round sapphire is the designer's and jeweler's format — it eliminates the sizing and setting accommodation steps that uncalibrated stones require. If you are working with a standard 5mm solitaire, bezel, or prong setting, this stone drops in directly. Colorless and heat treated, the stone is honest about its treatment and delivers consistent colorlessness across the face.
Key Benefits of this Natural White Sapphire
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Calibrated 5mm Standard
Exact 5mm diameter — fits standard round settings without sizing adjustment or custom fabrication.
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Colorless Diamond Alternative
Natural colorless corundum at Mohs 9 — the most durable colorless gem other than diamond.
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Designer-Ready Format
Calibrated round is the most versatile format for jewelry designers and setters working with standard components.
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Mohs 9 Hardness
Appropriate for daily wear in any setting type without special care requirements.
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Consistent Colorlessness
Heat treated to maximize colorlessness — the standard that commercial white sapphire is produced to.
Features
- Carat Weight: 0.68 Carats
- Gem Type: Natural White Sapphire
- Cut: Round (calibrated 5mm)
- Dimensions: 5mm diameter
- Treatment: Heat Treated
- Color: Colorless
- Clarity: Eye-clean — no visible inclusions under normal viewing
- Hardness: 9 on the Mohs scale
This 0.68 ct calibrated 5mm round white sapphire has been selected for colorlessness and dimensional consistency — the qualities that make calibrated stones reliable for professional setting work.
Why Customers Love This Gemstone
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Standard 5mm Calibration: Drops into any 5mm round setting without adjustment.
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Colorless Performance: Consistent colorlessness for diamond-substitute applications.
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Designer Ready: Calibrated format eliminates sizing steps in the manufacturing workflow.
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Trusted Source: Treatment disclosed honestly, colorlessness confirmed.
This 0.68 ct calibrated 5mm round white sapphire is the practical specification for jewelry designers and custom setters working with standard 5mm round solitaire and bezel components.
Perfect Uses for this 5mm Round White Sapphire
- Standard 5mm solitaire setting — drop-in fit
- Diamond-alternative engagement ring or pendant
- Earring center stones (pair) in 5mm settings
- Custom jewelry design with standard round components
- September birthstone gift