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A natural 0.69 carat violet sapphire in a fancy cut, completely unheated and documented on AGCL Report #M2513591. Fancy cuts are non-standard shapes that depart from the commercial oval-round-cushion triad — in this stone, the unusual cut geometry produces a distinctly different face-up outline and light performance compared to conventional sapphire shapes. At 0.69 carats, this is sized for accent stones, earring settings, and small pendant designs where the unusual cut format adds character without requiring large carat weight.
Expert Opinion
Ahmed Shareek's Assessment
"Violet is one of the more distinctive colors we see in sapphire — genuinely violet, not the purple or lavender it's often mistaken for, and unheated on top of that makes it even less common. What draws me to this particular stone is the fancy cut: the mixed brilliant faceting on that non-standard outline gives it a different kind of sparkle than a conventional oval or cushion would. It's a small stone, but it has real personality."
Rarity Analysis
Violet sits in a genuinely minority position within the sapphire color range, and several factors compound in this particular stone rather than any single attribute carrying the rarity on its own:
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Color: violet is a minority sapphire color, often confused with purple
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Size: at 0.69 ct, a compact accent/small-centerpiece size
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Treatment: unheated — a meaningfully smaller subset of violet sapphire supply
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Clarity: Eye Clean
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Documentation: AGCL Report #M2513591; the listing states Sri Lanka (Ceylon) as origin, though the listing does not specify whether that determination is made on the certificate itself or is the seller's sourcing information
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Combined effect: an unheated, eye-clean, sub-1-carat violet sapphire with independent lab documentation is an uncommon combination — most violet sapphire on the market is either heated, sold at larger sizes, or offered without third-party paperwork
Buying Guidance
A few practical points to weigh before buying this particular stone:
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Shape and setting: at 6.68 x 3.80 x 3.20 mm, this is an elongated fancy outline rather than a rounded or symmetrical shape — a custom or semi-custom setting will generally show it off better than an off-the-shelf mounting sized for ovals or cushions
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Scale: 0.69 ct in this elongated format reads larger face-up than a round stone of the same weight, but it remains an accent-scale stone rather than a large solitaire
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Color viewing: violet tone can shift under different lighting conditions; review the stone's photos and video closely, or request additional images, before finalizing
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Documentation: keep AGCL Report #M2513591 with the stone — it is the paper record of the unheated treatment status
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Try Before You Buy: Crescent Gems offers a Try Before You Buy option alongside a 14-day return policy, so you can view the stone in hand before committing to a setting
Learn More About This Gemstone
Gemstone Data — At a Glance
| Item # |
CG8349 |
| Carat Weight |
0.69 ct |
| Species / Variety |
Natural Violet Sapphire (Corundum) |
| Shape / Cut |
Fancy shape, Mixed Brilliant cut style |
| Dimensions |
6.68 x 3.80 x 3.20 mm |
| Color / Intensity |
Violet, Intense |
| Phenomenon |
None |
| Treatment |
Unheated |
| Origin |
Sri Lanka (Ceylon) — as stated on the product listing |
| Clarity |
Eye Clean |
| Transparency |
Transparent |
| Hardness |
9 (Mohs) |
| Certification |
AGCL Report #M2513591 |
Features
- SKU: CG8349
- Carat Weight: 0.69 Carats
- Variety: Violet Sapphire
- Dimensions: 6.68 x 3.80 x 3.20 mm
- Shape: Fancy
- Cut Style: Mixed Brilliant
- Origin: Sri Lanka (Ceylon)
- Treatment: Unheated
- Color: Violet
- Clarity: Eye Clean — no visible inclusions under normal viewing
- Transparency: Transparent
- Hardness: 9 on the Mohs scale
- Certification: AGCL Report #M2513591
One of a Kind
This is a single natural gemstone, not a lab-created or manufactured stone — no two are exactly alike. Once sold, this particular 0.69 ct violet sapphire will not be available again.
Care
Clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners and harsh chemicals, and store separately from harder or abrasive materials to prevent scratching.
This 0.69 ct unheated fancy-cut violet sapphire has been hand-selected for the purity of its violet hue and the distinctive quality of its non-standard cut — the combination for buyers who want something genuinely different. Documented on AGCL Report #M2513591, its unheated status means the color is exactly as formed, with no thermal modification of the violet-blue balance.
Perfect Uses
- Earring center stones (pair)
- Accent stone in custom ring or pendant
- Small pendant center stone
- Collectors of unusual-cut sapphires
- Three-stone ring accent
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