This is a stunning GIA Certified Sapphire
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 6224292341
Shape: Round
Cutting Style:
Cutting Style: Crown: Modified Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style: Pavilion: Step Cut
Transparency: Transparent
Color: Blue
RESULTS
Species: Natural Corundum
Variety: Sapphire
Geographic Origin: Sri Lanka
Treatment: Heated
Item Description: One loose stone
Weight: 1.78 carats
Measurements: 6.69 x 6.59 x 5.08 mm
Comments: Any statement on geographic origin is an expert opinion based on a collection of observations and analytical data.
Internal notes and additional description:
Weight: 1.78 carats
Clarity: Very Slightly Included: Eye Clean - Very minor inclusions visible to the naked/unaided eye, inclusions easily visible under 10x magnification.
Colour: Blue
Hue: Blue
Tone: 7 Medium Dark
Saturation: 4 Moderately Strong
Treatment: Heated
Origin: Sri Lanka (Sometimes known as 'Ceylon' in the gem trade)
Internal SKU: GIAS2132
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