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This 0.56 ct natural violet sapphire is cut oval and heat treated, documented on AGCL Report #M263126. Its rich violet color and practical sub-carat weight make it well suited for earrings, small pendants, or accent stones.
Expert Opinion
Ahmed Shareek's Assessment
"Heat treatment on this 0.56 ct violet sapphire is disclosed plainly on the AGCL report, and it's exactly the kind of routine, industry-standard enhancement that lets a smaller stone reach a fuller, more saturated violet than an unheated stone of the same size typically shows."
Rarity Analysis
A few factors distinguish this stone within typical heat-treated violet sapphire supply:
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Color: Violet sapphire is a scarce hue overall, and heat treatment here has produced a rich, saturated violet rarely achieved in an unheated stone of comparable size.
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Size: At 0.56 ct, this is a practical sub-carat weight for earrings and accent settings, where fine violet color at this scale is still uncommon.
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Treatment: Heat treated, per AGCL Report #M263126 — a standard, widely accepted, and permanent industry practice that intensifies color saturation without altering durability.
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Clarity: Graded Very Slightly Included, a clean grade that lets the violet color read clearly face-up.
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Documentation: Independently verified and disclosed on AGCL Report #M263126, including the indication of heating.
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Combined effect: A scarce violet hue, honestly disclosed heat treatment, and clean clarity combine to make this an accessible entry point into fine violet sapphire color.
Buying Guidance
A few practical points to weigh before purchasing this specific stone:
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Understand what heat treatment does and doesn't change. Heating is a permanent, industry-standard enhancement that intensifies color; it does not affect the stone's Mohs 9 durability.
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Compare price against unheated violet sapphire. Heat-treated stones are typically more accessible in price than unheated equivalents of similar color and size.
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Confirm the setting suits an oval outline, and consider prong placement that showcases the stone's face-up color at this practical sub-carat size.
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Review the clarity photos closely. Very Slightly Included is a clean, realistic grade for a natural stone of this size.
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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 # |
CG8404 |
| Carat Weight |
0.56 ct |
| Species / Variety |
Natural Sapphire (Corundum) — Violet Sapphire |
| Shape / Cut |
Oval, Mixed Brilliant Cut |
| Dimensions |
5.96 x 4.00 x 2.86 mm |
| Color / Intensity |
Violet |
| Phenomenon |
None |
| Treatment |
Heat Treated — Indication of Heating (AGCL Report #M263126) |
| Origin |
Sri Lanka (Ceylon) (store's own assessment; not addressed by the AGCL report) |
| Clarity |
Very Slightly Included |
| Transparency |
Transparent |
| Hardness |
9 (Mohs) |
| Certification |
AGCL Report #M263126 |
Features
- SKU: CG8404
- Variety: Violet Sapphire
- Carat Weight: 0.56 carats
- Dimensions: 5.96 x 4.00 x 2.86 mm
- Shape: Oval
- Cut Style: Mixed Brilliant
- Treatment: Heat Treated — Indication of Heating per AGCL Report #M263126
- Color: Violet
- Clarity: Very Slightly Included
- Transparency: Transparent
- Origin: Sri Lanka (Ceylon) (store's own assessment; not addressed by the AGCL report)
- Certification: AGCL Report #M263126
- Hardness: 9 on the Mohs scale
One of a Kind
This is a single natural gemstone, not a lab-created or mass-produced stone. No two natural sapphires are identical — the exact stone pictured is the exact stone you receive.
Care
- Clean with lukewarm water and mild soap using a soft brush
- Store separately to avoid surface contact
- Remove before heavy physical activity
- Avoid ultrasonic or steam cleaners
What's Included
- AGCL report
- Gemstone packed in a gem sleeve