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Xrim

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Hows that for a long but descriptive title?
Ok, I have been reading up for a few weeks on how to choose a good sapphire, even been lurking her for the past two weeks. I feel that I know what to look for (theoretically) but I don't know how it should actually look since I have never seen a sapphire up close and trying to evaluate its properties.

I'm trying to find a pear shaped sapphire to put in a white gold pendant. Only the sapphire, no other stones. She is very modest with her jewelry and would like something that don't draw attention and is suitable for every day wear. Her colour preference is dark blue.

So off I go to find the perfect stone... In my price range (400-500$). First stop was the town goldsmith who said "no, I don't sell or order stones" and pointed me in the direction of the internet.

On the internet I was overwhelmed with stones, expensive ones, to good to be true ones, fake ones and so on.

A few days ago I found a candidate and it would be much appreciated if someone could give their opinion on the stone or point me in another direction.


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Thank you for replying! The pendant is beautiful but I am looking for a pear shaped dark/deep blue sapphire.
 
First of all, you are a very thoughtful husband!

Now, I am going to be brutally honest, where I am from, $400-500 won't get you a GREAT one carat sapphire, although if you go smaller, you should be able to get something nice.

I've never purchased from this vendor, so others who have may be able to give you a better read on the video. The stone seems to have a window, which is a cut issue, and I imagine will be much darker in person. (Gem photography lighting has to be much brighter than your average indoor lights.)
It does look clean though, and for the price might be worth taking a chance. What is the return policy if you don't like it? Also, how long will it take for you to get this from Thailand?

Another thing to consider is that pear shape sapphires are not anywhere near as easy to source as rounds or ovals, so you are limiting your choices by the shape. Of course, if she loves pears, get her what she wants! You are just going to have less selection, as you have probably already discovered.

Best of luck!
 
Thank you for your thoughts Pie! You made me look up windows and you are right.
I could go up in price but then it needs to be a "covert operation" and I need to lie about the price. Because she would kill me and then she would not dare to wear it (except for my funeral :)))
. The return policy is ten days after shipping which I find wierd since you need to order express shipping and hope for a hassle free transit.
 
That is likely the best sapphire for your needs and budget because 1) sapphires rarely come in pear shape and 2) budget is too low for the size you want.
 
Nevermind, that is out of your price range
 
The stone is definitely interesting, it have the qualities we are looking for. Price vice it is not out of my reach, but I if she is to accept a stone in that price range she needs to go Wow! Sadly she didn't when I showed her the stone, all I got was a "that's nice! ".
 
Oh, thanks again whitewave! I will show them to her as soon as she gets back.
 
Xrim said:
Whitewave, she saw this one and went WOW!

Blue Sapphire - 1.27 carats at AJS Gems

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I’m glad she found one to wow her. I recently purchased my sapphires for earrings from AJs and I am very happy with my purchase.

That is a nice chubby pear. (The best kind imo)
 
Hi,

What is your deadline? Setting make take a while, so maybe a ready made pendant?
 
There is no deadline. I have looked around quite a bit in the stores (both online and physical) and the auctionhuses in my country, nothing that suits her style shows up. She want it to be modest and most often the pendants are more suited for a nice evening with dinner and/or cocktails. I even checked the old auction catalogs back to 2015, with no hits.
Since the 1500$ gem made her go wow I guess that is the new budget for a gem, so the search spectra has broadened a bit.
 
Bron357 said:
I found this, ready to go, and within budget (new) on eBay.CFAED2D3-93F1-4638-9842-C80E485B63C1.jpeg
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The setting is fantastic, I might use that for inspiration!
 
You could consider a lab-made sapphire if you are not set on natural. They are cheaper. (eg of a vendor: stagandfinch.com, but there are less expensive options)

If interested, check the Fabulous Fashion Jewelry sub thread for more info/pics of lab gems, since we aren't meant to discuss them here.
 
Xrim said:
There is no deadline. I have looked around quite a bit in the stores (both online and physical) and the auctionhuses in my country, nothing that suits her style shows up. She want it to be modest and most often the pendants are more suited for a nice evening with dinner and/or cocktails. I even checked the old auction catalogs back to 2015, with no hits.
Since the 1500$ gem made her go wow I guess that is the new budget for a gem, so the search spectra has broadened a bit.
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:$$)::$$)::D
 
Xrim said:
Since the 1500$ gem made her go wow I guess that is the new budget for a gem, so the search spectra has broadened a bit.
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+/- $1260.00 per carat will open up a lot more possibilities for you!

Sorry I don't have any suggestions, but since you don't have a deadline, take your time, with patience I'm confident you will find something she will love. Good luck!
 
Google Blue sapphire pear pendant on places like Etsy, Ebay and Rubylane and see if it comes up with anything she likes....
 
I'm overwhelmed by the enthusiasm to help me out, thank you all for the help.

At the moment we are pondering this sapphire. 20191218_091633.jpg
 
Not exactly what you are looking for (it is a trillian versus a pear) but it is unheated and already set! There is also a pretty .60 carat one that is set in yellow gold but not sure if you are OK with that size.

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Welcome to the community. I see that you're not tied to a deadline which is good if you want to purchase from AJS. I live in the upper midwest USA and it took 3 weeks for my order to arrive. I wasn't in a hurry and I used the basic shipping option. My (limited) experience with AJS was positive. Good luck on your search. =)2
 
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