Man-Made Fusia (Sapphire) - $.10/carat
Locality: USA

 

I really do not cut man-made material very often, but a lot of people do, and I have to admit the finished stones are often very pretty. This is lighter than the cranberry but darker than the pink and you should try it it makes a striking stone. Sapphire needs to be polished with diamonds, these colors can be cut in just about any design.

Although tempting because of price and color, I do not recommend this material for a new cutter, it is a bit tough to cut and polish for a novice.

Note: The Swiss material is a bit more money than the Russian and Chinese, but it has better and more consistant color plus it ususally cuts better too.

Currently Available:
1 each 187.5 carats - $18.75 intense pink boule
1 each 166.0 carats - $16.60 intense pink boule
1 each 212.0 carats - $21.20 intense pink boule
1 each 161.5 carats - $16.15 intense pink boule
1 each 177.0 carats - $17.70 intense pink boule
1 each 192.5 carats - $19.25 intense pink boule
1 each 192.0 carats - $19.20 intense pink boule
1 each 197.5 carats - $19.75 intense pink boule
1 each 186.5 carats - $18.65 intense pink boule
1 each 203.0 carats - $20.30 intense pink boule

Man-made Sapphire Index

E-mail to inquire or order: jeff@faceters.com or jeff@cabbers.com