Man-Made Padaparadschah (Sapphire) - $.16/carat
Locality: Swiss

 

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 Padaparadschah (orange/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.

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. The color will still tend to be out near the rind and need orientation.

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.

Currently Available:
1 each 183.0 carats - $29.28 orange/pink split boule
1 each 216.0 carats - $34.56 orange/pink split boule
1 each 212.0 carats - $33.92 orange/pink split boule
1 each 214.0 carats - $34.24 orange/pink split boule
1 each 215.0 carats - $34.40 orange/pink split boule
1 each 207.0 carats - $33.12 orange/pink split boule
1 each 200.0 carats - $32.00 orange/pink split boule

Man-made Sapphire Index

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