Tanzania produces many gemstones, including red garnets and pink sapphires, such as this oval-cut, 1.55-ct gemstone. Photo courtesy of liveauctioneers.com and Collectors Liquidation.
Translucent Purple Sapphire, 1.55 ct Faceted from Tanzania
Tanzania produces many gemstones, including red garnets and pink sapphires, such as this oval-cut, 1.55-ct pink sapphire gemstone. Photo courtesy of liveauctioneers.com and Collectors Liquidation.
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| Gemstone | Sapphire, Corundum |
| Natural or man made | Natural |
| Origin | Tanzania |
| Carat Weight | 1.55 |
| Gem State | Faceted |
| Color | Purple |
| Transparency | Translucent |