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2.56 Carat Sapphire Round (7.78×7.78mm, Blue)

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2.56ct Sapphire displayed at actual size of 7.78×7.78mm, (Round cut, Blue
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Blue 2.56ct Sapphire (round cut) shown in real-world size of 7.78×7.78mm on a ring and finger
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Additional Info

Sapphire got its name from the Greek word "sappheiros", which means "blue stone". Today, most people still associate Sapphires with the color blue, however, any gemstone quality Corundum that is not red (Ruby) is actually called Sapphire.

Where to buy?
For certified gemstones, high-end gemstone jewelry, and birthstone jewelry, see Blue Nile

Gem Details

Name:
Sapphire
Mineral Class:
Corundum
Shape:
Round
Chemical Formula:
Al2O3
Crystal Structure:
Hexagonal
Hardness:
9
Specific Gravity
4
Carat weight:
2.56 ct
Gram weight:
0.51 g (0.0181 ounces)
Points:
256 pts
Length:
7.78 mm
Width:
7.78 mm
Average diameter:
7.78 mm
Est. face-up size:
47.54 mm²
Volume:
128 mm³
Length-to-width ratio:
1
Refractive Index:
1.76 - 1.77
Cleavage:
None
Luster:
Vitreous to adamantine
Birefringence:
0.0008
Wearability:
Excellent
Care Instructions:
No special or unusual care
Color:
Color WhiteColor Light OrangeColor OrangeColor Light BrownColor BrownColor Dark BrownColor Light YellowColor YellowColor Light Yellowish GreenColor Yellowish GreenColor Dark Yellowish GreenColor Light Green Color GreenColor Dark GreenColor Light Bluish GreenColor Bluish GreenColor Dark Bluish GreenColor Light BlueColor BlueColor Dark BlueColor Light VioletColor VioletColor Dark VioletColor Light PurpleColor PurpleColor Dark PurpleColor Light GrayColor GrayColor Black
Birthstone:
Sapphire is a birthstone for the month of September

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