How to Identify a Genuine Natural Sapphire – Expert Tips
- Krishna Kumawat
- Jul 9
- 3 min read
Few gemstones are as stunningly beautiful or hold as much astrological influence as the sapphire stone. For centuries, this gemstone has captured the hearts and souls of collectors and royalty alike. Its brilliant hues, striking durability, and powerful astrological influence have made the blue sapphire a favorite among many. Nevertheless, it has become increasingly important to identify whether a sapphire is real or treated due to the rise in synthetic gemstones.
Our mission at Navratan.us is to provide customers the tools and knowledge they need to make informed purchases. In this guide, we detail everything required to ensure you do not fall for imitations or treated substitutes when purchasing a sapphire.
1. Look for a Gemological Certificate
The best way to verify a sapphire gem is through gemological certification from GIA or IGI laboratories, to name a few. When issued, these institutes provide a certificate with the gem dialed, which can be used to cross verify the specimen. . Always ask for certified gems before making a purchase and receive guarantees for blue sapphire stone under astrology and investment pretexts.
2. Analyze the Hue and Purity
A blue sapphire normally has a rich color spectrum from royal blue to deep indigo. However, natural sapphires do tend to have minor inclusions or natural blemishes, which are indicators that the stone is not artificial.
Natural sapphires exhibit minor inclusions, nuanced color gradation, and a subdued luster.
Synthetic or treated sapphires appear glassy and exude vivid color that is far too pronounced in comparison to what nature would produce.
Always remember, high value gemstones and their described characteristics should not be ‘too perfect.’
3. Examine Uses Inclusions Under Magnification
For gemstones, a jeweler’s loupe (10x magnification) or microscope can work wonders for inspecting sapphires. For natural sapphires, inclusions include “silk-like” structures which may consist of fine rutile needles or feathered lines—proof of the stone’s authentic genesis.
Signs from treated sapphires include:
Flux residue from synthetic formation
Bubbles common in glass filled fakes
Heat treatment marks
Blue sapphires carry imperfections, though they should not render the stone’s brilliance or durability useless.
4. Enquire Treatments
Most marketed natural sapphire undergo heat treatment for clarity and color enhancement. This strategy adversely alters the spiritual and market value appeal of the stone. Untreated natural sapphires are rare and therefore considered more precious in addition to carrying more astrological power.
Please message the seller directly if you have the following questions:
Is this sapphire heat-treated?
Has it been diffusion-treated or filled with glass?
Can I see the lab certificate stating it’s untreated?
Here at Navratan.us, we provide only untreated natural sapphires which are certified to be free from any kind of treatment ensuring their authenticity and their astrological significance.
5. Check the Origin (If Possible)
The value of sapphire gemstones does depend on their place of origin and a certificate from a gemological lab would mention the source. Such as:
Kashmir sapphires are known for their velvety texture and are considered rare.
Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka, is also famous for sapphires for their blue color.
Madagascar and Burma sapphires are also well known and sought after in the gemstone market.
6. Purchase from a dependable merchant
Above all make sure you are purchasing from a reliable source. A reputable merchant will:
Offer certified stones.
Be transparent about treatments used on the stones.
Have exchange or return policies.
Educate buyers about the gemstone.
We at Navratan.us aim to provide natural sapphire stones that are 100% untreated and certified with no discrepancies offered to our customers along with complete transparency and professionalism.
Final Thoughts
An authentic natural sapphire is a gemstone of remarkable beauty, bearing considerable monetary and historical value. If you plan to purchase a blue sapphire for its supposed astrological advantages, aesthetic qualities, or as an investment, knowing how to detect the genuine article is crucial.
Visit our website Navratan.us to view our curated collection of natural sapphires, which we have handpicked and certified by gemological laboratories. Retrieved such a gemstone is an artifact whose authenticity is as genuine as your dreams.
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