In 2016, prices for the same unheated sapphire from Madagascar are being offered well over $1000 USD per carat, even at wholesale. Generally, fine unheated sapphire of any size cannot be found for under $1000 per carat, especially nowadays, when unheated sapphire of any weight is considered a rarity. It was priced at $5575, which again was an absolute bargain. A second unheated piece was a 6.33-carat rich blue sapphire with a hint of green and a clarity grade of IF. We had it priced at $965, which was unusually low, and this resulted in a quick sale. ![]() While quality 2 to 3 carat stones would sell for approximately double. And the same pricing principle applies to the rare 4 and 5 carat blue sapphires. It was a beautifully-cut round faceted stone, a shape that typically commands a high price. A top quality 1 to 2 carat stone might retail for prices between 800 - 1200 per carat. For example, the prices per carat for 2 carats heated blue sapphires are 1,000 to 15,00, with very fine stones selling for 1,500 to 2,500 per carat. One piece was a stunning violet blue color, 2.62 carats in weight and of VVS clarity. Several years ago, we acquired some outstanding gems from the Diego-Suarez Mine in Northern Madagascar. 11.8 x 11.7mm Octagon / Emerald Cut Green Apatite from Madagascar, Weight of 11.26ct, Natural untreated Gemstone in VS-SI Clarity, 1pc Asscher Cut Apatite - Color: Warm Forest Green, Mohs Hardness of 5 - 5. ![]() It difficult to state typical market prices for very fine unheated sapphires, especially since they are so rare.
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