18k gold ring with a round step-cut, lab-grown, purplish pink sapphire, 22.80 cts. Photo courtesy of liveauctioneers.com and Richard D. Hatch & Associates.
Lab-Created Purple Sapphire, 22.80 ct Faceted in Ring
18k gold ring with a round step-cut, lab-grown, purplish pink sapphire, 22.80 cts. Photo courtesy of liveauctioneers.com and Richard D. Hatch & Associates.
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| Gemstone | Sapphire, Corundum |
| Natural or man made | Lab-made |
| Carat Weight | 22.80 |
| Jewelry type | Ring |
| Gem State | Faceted |
| Color | Purple |
| Transparency | Transparent |