SYNTHETIC BLUE SAPPHIRE

Blue Sapphire is the most popular gemstone choice for engagement rings. It is desired for it scintillating rich blue color. The color of the Blue Sapphire may range from light or pastel blue to royal blue to peacock blue to almost black blue. Cornflower blue is the most wanted vibrant blue shade of the sapphire. Natural blue sapphire gemstones have inclusions however if the color is rich and vibrant these inclusion do not show. It is difficult to find natural gems with high color and clarity bright gemstone, thus lab created/synthetic gems offer an affordable choice/

WHAT ARE SYNTHETIC BLUE SAPPHIRES?

Synthetic gemstones/sapphires are often believed to be fake, however this is not true. Visually, physically and chemically synthetic gemstones are the same as natural gems. Scientists mimic the natural gem creation process in the labs to create stunning gems within days. Manmade gems are free of any flaws, have high clarity, best possible color, are affordable and are available in all shapes-size. In fact it is the short coming of these gems that look too perfect and do not command the heirloom value.

Remember ‘Synthetic’, ‘artificial’, ‘lab-grown’, ‘lab created’ or ‘manmade’ is often used interchangeably. However there are cheap replicas that are glass filled that should not be confused with synthetic gemstones. As an ethical practice the gem-seller should disclose the method of create at the time of purchase.

BLUE SAPPHIRE FUN FACTS

• Blue Sapphire is the September Birthstone also called “Neelam”. It is believed to be a very powerful stone that can bring success, name, fame and wealth to the wearer.
• Blue Sapphire is mineral corundum that gets its color due to the presence of iron and titanium.
• The color of the blue sapphire can range from very faint light blue almost lavender to intense opaque dark blackish blue. The cornflower blue is the most sort-after blue sapphire color.
• Sapphires are usually included and graded eye-clean. The gems depending on the color saturation have silk like inclusions or clouds. It is very rare to find a gem with high clarity.
• Unlike diamonds there is no standard way to cut blue sapphires. Oval and cushion are more popular blue sapphire shapes.
• Most sapphires are heat treated; Synthetic Blue Sapphires need no treatment as they are already flawless.
• A precious gemstone Blue Sapphire looks best with white diamonds especially in earrings and engagement rings.
• Blue sapphire is an everyday wear gemstone that needs least care and maintenance. Wear blue sapphire studs to work or studded in a wedding ring or a solitaire pendant it is robust gem with 9 hardness.