Star Sapphire

[SB621]

I just realized I never posted this one before. I lost my spreadsheet when my computer crashed a few months ago so of course I don't have the stats on it anymore but it is 11 x 8.5 star sapphire. The color shifts from a deep blue to a grayish blue with a hint of purple so not top color by any means. This was another purchase from the HK International Gem Show that I went too. The star is very apparent and strong in most lighting. I do plan on setting this but really want an antique setting so I guess I"m waiting for the right one to come along. I need to start trolling ebay maybe.

 

[chrono]

How does the star look on the back of your hand? How antique are you thinking? Art Deco or some other?

 

[VapidLapid]

It reminds me of Uppy's star sapphire in James Meyer setting

 

[LD]

Sarahb did the sapphire come with any lab report? I know nothing about the trade show you went to so I don't know whether the vendors there are reliable or not but something that is always a bit of a "stop and make me think" moment is when I see a star sapphire with very straight legs, well centered and with a strong asterism. Unfortunately this CAN be a sign of a BE diffused star. Not always but sometimes. I can't remember how you can tell - Chrono/VL/TL/Minou may recall. Yours is lovely and I do hope it's not a man made star but I just wanted to mention it in case you didn't know. I hope you don't mind me mentioning it?