EXCEPTIONAL ORANGE SAPPHIRE - GEM QUALITY SRI LANKA...

Remarkable natural sapphire from Sri Lanka featuring an unusually intense red-orange color, beautiful transparency, and preserved rough morphology Magnificent natural rough sapphire from Sri Lanka (Ceylon) This piece immediately stands out for its exceptionally vivid color, dominated by a warm red mingled with orange, coppery, and slightly pinkish nuances. The coloration is not uniform: it evolves across the crystal, creating a succession of more red, saturated zones and areas that are lighter, orange, and luminous. This chromatic richness, combined with remarkable transparency for an uncut crystal, gives the specimen a visually striking presence. A spectacular red-orange color The major feature of this sapphire lies in its color palette. The stone exhibits an intense red-orange, with deep red zones particularly concentrated on part of the crystal, while other sectors become brighter and take on orange, salmon, and coppery tones. When viewed from different angles, the stone changes considerably in appearance: some orientations emphasize the depth of the red, while others reveal more of its orange component and its glow. This variation gives the crystal an extremely lively character. Transparency and gem-quality One of the most appealing aspects of this piece is its translucent transparency, especially visible in the orange portions and across several central zones. Light penetrates deeply into the crystal and reveals its natural internal structures. Some portions appear almost clear, while others concentrate more color. This combination of transparency, saturation, and natural texture gives the specimen genuine optical depth, particularly impressive under direct lighting or in close-up viewing. Remarkable vitreous luster The surface of the crystal has a powerful vitreous sheen. Its different faces and natural irregularities reflect light in a highly contrasted way, producing numerous brilliant flashes against the red-orange background. Macro photography also reveals a multitude of microstructures and reliefs that give the surface an almost sculpted appearance. The contrast between the shiny areas, the transparent parts, and the color concentrations makes this specimen especially photogenic. Natural morphology The stone is kept in its raw form, without faceting, allowing full appreciation of its mineralogical character. Its compact, relatively large morphology for its dimensions presents a set of natural surfaces, reliefs, and textures that testify to its geological formation. With a thickness reaching 3.1 mm, the crystal has enough depth to concentrate color in certain zones while letting light pass through the more transparent parts. Each orientation thus reveals a new combination of colors, textures, and reflections. Specimen characteristics Mineral: Natural corundum – Sapphire Origin: Sri Lanka (Ceylon) Weight: 0.55 carat Dimensions: 5.0 × 3.3 × 3.1 mm Dominant color: Intense red-orange Nuances: Red, orange, copper, and salmon Appearance: Transparent to translucent depending on the zone Luster: Vitreous, very bright Shape: Natural rough crystal Cut: Not faceted Quality: Gem quality Type: Natural collection gemstone Ceylon: a historic provenance for corundums Sri Lanka, historically known as Ceylon, ranks among the world’s great gem regions and has a long tradition of corundum mining. While blue is the best-known color of sapphire, the corundum family also offers extraordinary chromatic diversity. Specimens with warm hues are especially interesting for building a representative collection of this natural diversity. This piece beautifully illustrates this richness through its highly expressive combination of red and orange. A piece for the collector This sapphire will especially appeal to collectors seeking rough corundums in unusual colors, Ceýlon gems, or simply natural crystals with a strong visual presence despite small dimensions. Its combination of intensely saturated color, transparency, vitreous luster, and preserved natural morphology gives it a particularly aesthetic character. Under magnification or macro photography, the stone takes on a whole new dimension: its internal structure, color variations, and reliefs become a true mineral landscape. A superb natural rough sapphire from Ceylon of 0.55 carat, remarkable for its incandescent red-orange, its beautiful transparency, and its color depth — a bold piece for a collection of natural gems and corundums. General Terms of Sale – MineralsOpals: At MineralsOpals, your satisfaction is our top priority. All orders are processed with the utmost care, from stone selection to final shipment. - Shipping & timelines: Shipped within 1 to 3 working days maximum, usually the day after the order. Shipping Monday to Friday (excluding weekends and holidays). Each parcel is sent via La Poste with a tracking number provided. Careful packaging: each stone is individually protected, then placed in a rigid secure carton. - Warranty & customer service: 100% of shipments are guaranteed: if there is any issue, we always find a solution. Shop with confidence: full refund, replacement, or goodwill gesture in case of loss or proven issue. If you have questions, doubts, or a specific request, you can contact me at any time; I’m happy to respond as soon as possible. Trust & commitment Each stone is photographed with care to reflect its natural beauty. You benefit from personalized follow-up. My goal: to offer you a reliable, human, and transparent buying experience. Thank you for your support. 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