| Weight | 9.68 ct |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 17.5 × 10.2 × 6.2 mm |
| Grade | Facet Grade |
| Variety | Sapphire Rough |
| Mining Location | Rakwana village around mining in Sri Lanka |
| Treatment | natural, unheated |
Facet Grade Unheated Ceylon Blue Sapphire Rough – 9.68 ct from Rakwana, Sri Lanka
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Stone Identity & Quality
This is a 9.68 ct Facet Grade Ceylon Natural Blue Sapphire Rough, measuring 17.5 × 10.2 × 6.2 mm. The stone is natural, unheated, and sourced from Rakwana village around mining in Sri Lanka. With its larger rough size and elongated form, this sapphire is suitable for buyers searching for natural Ceylon blue sapphire rough with custom cutting potential.
Color & Visual Characteristics
The stone displays a blue sapphire body color in rough form. Under different lighting angles, the blue tone may appear lighter or deeper depending on light direction, transparency, and internal structure. As with all natural sapphire rough, the final face-up color after cutting will depend on orientation, depth, polish, and how the cutter positions the strongest color area.
Internal & External Features
This sapphire rough shows natural surface features and visible internal characteristics. These are normal in uncut sapphire rough and must be studied carefully before pre-forming. The stone should be examined from several angles to identify the usable clean areas, possible surface-removal zones, color zoning, and the best direction for cutting.
Cutting & Treatment Potential
As facet grade rough, this sapphire has potential for custom cutting. The long shape may allow planning toward an elongated design, fancy cut, oval, cushion variation, or another suitable shape depending on cutter judgment. The stone is currently natural and unheated. No final yield, final color, or finished beauty should be guaranteed before proper cutting analysis.
Source & Ethical Position
This blue sapphire was sourced from Rakwana village around mining in Sri Lanka, an area connected to the island’s long gemstone history. Danushka Gems & Minings focuses on source-connected rough gemstones, offering buyers access to natural material with honest presentation and professional rough-to-cut guidance. This stone represents the direct journey from Sri Lankan gem source to possible finished gemstone.
Frequently Asked Questions
This sapphire rough weighs 9.68 ct.
The stone measures 17.5 × 10.2 × 6.2 mm.
It is sourced from Rakwana village around mining in Sri Lanka.
No, this sapphire is natural and unheated.
Yes, it is facet grade rough with custom cutting potential, but the final result depends on orientation, internal structure, depth, and cutter planning.
