| Weight | 8.18 ct |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 12.9 × 9.5 × 6.9 mm |
| Grade | Facet Grade |
| Variety | Sapphire Rough |
| Treatment | unheated |
| Mining Location | Wellawaya village around mining in Sri Lanka |
8.18 ct Ceylon White Sapphire Rough – Unheated Facet Grade from Wellawaya Sri Lanka
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Stone Identity & Quality
This 8.18 carat natural white sapphire rough is sourced from Wellawaya village around mining in Sri Lanka. The stone is unheated and retains its natural geological characteristics. It features a clean facet-grade internal area suitable for professional cutting evaluation.
Color & Visual Characteristics
The internal body color of the stone appears predominantly white to near-colorless. A slight yellow tone is visible on the surface, caused by oxide deposits within natural fractures. This surface coloration is not representative of the full internal quality.
Internal & External Features
Internally, the sapphire shows a relatively clean structure in selected areas, supporting facet-grade classification. Externally, natural alluvial wear and surface features are present, including minor staining and fracture-related deposits typical of river-origin material.
Cutting & Treatment Potential
With proper orientation and removal of surface-affected zones, this material has potential to yield a clean white sapphire. The stone does not require treatment for clarity, though final appearance will depend on cutting precision and internal mapping. No assumptions are made regarding enhancement.
Source & Ethical Position
This sapphire is sourced directly from Wellawaya village around mining in Sri Lanka, supporting traditional mining communities. The supply chain reflects direct sourcing practices with minimal handling between miner and market.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, this stone is completely natural and unheated.
This is due to oxide deposits in surface fractures, common in alluvial stones.
No, the internal body appears white to near-colorless when properly evaluated.
Yes, with correct cutting and removal of surface areas, clean results are possible.
This material is ideal for cutters who understand surface vs internal quality differences.
