Title: PINK SAPPHIRES PPT
1pink sapphire
- All women, and quite a few guys, love the color
pink. For too long, people have been a little shy
to admit it. These days, pink sapphire engagement
rings are the most sought after choice besides
the traditional blue sapphire. Color themes for
weddings have all turned towards various shades
of pink in the past years and the trend is going
strong. We cant think of a better way to
compliment this wave of enthusiasm for pink color
than with pink sapphires! One factor driving this
demand has been the surge in brides choosing a
blush themed wedding and wedding gown. The
light rosy shade has become very popular,
especially in wedding dresses. Many women love
the look of pink diamonds, although the price tag
is seriously daunting and out of reach for most
people. We know that pink sapphires are the
perfect choice for these brides. Pink sapphires
are the close relation of red rubies, they are
actually the same stone! The only distinction
that separates a red ruby from a pink sapphire is
the gemologists color grade. That means pink
sapphires can be dark pink (in other words, light
red), or light pink, purplish pink, or even
orangey pink like rare Padparadscha sapphires.
2Origin
- Pink sapphires have become more available since
new deposits were found in Madagascar in the late
1990s. Until that time, pink sapphires were
considered exceptionally rare since they were
only found in a few locations around the world,
the most popular locations being Sri Lanka,
Myanmar and East Africa. - In most instances, the origin of a sapphire
doesnt affect its price, and for the pink
sapphire mark origin is not a factor in price
or desirability.
3Which Color Pink?
- Pink sapphires, like any other sapphire color
come in a great range. Intense magenta to the
ever popular light pink, known as baby pink..
Some are more purple while some are more red.
Highly saturated medium or medium dark pink tones
are probably best, but it is really up to the
individual which tone they prefer. - In todays market, the most coveted pink sapphire
colors are saturated purplish red hues with a
medium tone these are often described as hot
pink or bubble-gum pink..
4How Does Cut Affect The Color?
- cut is extremely important to your choice in a
pink sapphire, especially when dealing with any
stone over 1 carat. The cut allows light and
color to shine through at their very best to
enhance the beauty of the stone. - Cut is of particular importance in lighter
colored stones, as it is going to be the main
factor affecting how your sapphire sparkles. If
the cut is poor, the stone will look dull and
lifeless. Skilled cutters will take all of this
into consideration, as well as how inclusions appe
ar in the stone, since inclusions will also be
more apparent to the naked eye with lighter
colored stones.
5What Is The Availability Of These Gems?
- Pink sapphires have become more widely available
since new deposits were found in Madagascar in
the late 1990s. Until that time, pink sapphires
were considered exceptionally rare since they
were only found in a few locations around the
world including Sri Lanka and Myanmar. - Eye-clean, untreated stones are available on the
market, but the majority of these have had their
clarity enhanced by heat treatment. Because pink
sapphires are rare, stones half a carat or more
are not cut into calibrated sizes. Instead, each
stone is cut to retain as much of the rough as
possible, meaning that most are given a mixed
cut.
6Where Can They Be Found?
- Madagascar is truly the leader of pink sapphires
today. The quantity and quality are unrivaled by
any other source. Small sapphires under 1 carat
size are common, with most crystals having good
clarity and uniform color. This makes it easy to
identify a classic color associated with most
Madagascar sapphires. Most of these pink
sapphires have a medium vibrant pink color with
an almost electric light reflection property. - Beyond Madagascar, pink sapphires are most often
found in Sri Lanka, Myanmar and the mines of East
Africa. - Continue with us as we next explore the bright
and cheery world of Yellow Sapphires.
7The Appeal Of Pink Sapphires
- Pink sapphires have been exponentially increasing
in popularity as a modern and extremely
flattering colored gemstone. The color pink
exudes femininity and delicacy, coupled with an
inner resilience and strength. All the various
shades of pink sapphires are also some of the
most universally complementary to all skin tones.
8WHAT DO PINK SAPPHIRES SYMBOLIZE?
- They actually mean a lot of different things but
the main one that tends to stand out and be
referenced quite a lot is that the pink sapphire
symbolizes compassion and love. - It just makes sense with the stone being pink.
- It just gives it a light, feminine look that is
in line with the colors of pink or red that are
always associated with love.
9IS PINK SAPPHIRE A PRECIOUS STONE?
- Pink Sapphire is a rare stone, but not as rare as
some of the others. - Youll see this in a lot of rings and necklaces
and some people choose pink sapphire overall
jewelry, etc. because its more affordable but
still gives that wow factor that theyre
looking for.
10HOW RARE ARE PINK SAPPHIRES?
- They are actually very rare and if you happen to
own one, youve got a stone that a lot of people
dont. - Depending on the cut and size of the stone, it
can be in the hundreds of dollars as far as
affordability goes but the larger the stone, it
will increase in price quickly.
11HOW CAN YOU TELL A PINK SAPPHIRE?
- Many people are fooled into buying stones that
arent actually what they claim they are. - To not have this issue, you need to test and see
if the sapphire is actually a sapphire or not. In
a pinch, the fog test will do. - This is where you take the sapphire, hold it up
to your mouth and breathe on it and cover it with
fog. - If the fog remains for several seconds, you
should put the stone down and walk away because
more than likely, its not real.
12DO PINK SAPPHIRES FADE?
- Typically, no. There are some colors of sapphires
that are more prone to feeding but pink usually
isnt one of them. - If you are worried about it fading just make
certain that youre taking good care of it and
storing it properly when not in use. - If youve read this far, then you know more
probably than you ever thought youd know about
pink sapphire jewelry. - And thats good news. But there are still a few
more fun facts to share with you!
13HOW DO YOU CLEAN PINK SAPPHIRES?
- Cleaning the pink sapphire is simple and doesnt
take much time at all. - All you need is a little bit of warm water, some
soap, and a soft toothbrush and you can scrub on
it and make it shine in no time at all!
14Popular occasions for pink sapphires
- 2019 has seen a trend among wedding and engagement
rings ditching the traditional white diamond
for a more out-of-the-box, colorful gemstone. - Just look at Jennifer Lopez, Lady Gaga, or
Victoria Beckham--all of them are sporting
untraditional, colorful gems. - Whether ornate or minimalist, color is in for
wedding and engagement rings, and one of the most
popular choices is the pink sapphire. - Besides weddings, sapphire jewelry is also the
traditional gift for the 5th and 45th wedding
anniversaries. - Everyone expects a blue sapphire, so why not
surprise your loved one with a blushing pink
sapphire instead? - Sapphires also make the perfect birthstone gifts
for those born in September. - Or, if youre gift-shopping for
a Taurus or Gemini, get them a precious pink
sapphire, the gemstone of their sign, for them to
sport!
15The pink sapphire from a mineralogists point of
view
- Chemically, sapphires are aluminum oxide (as are
rubies). Pink sapphires can include purple and
orange shades--and all the other hues in between.
However, we usually place the pink-orange stones
in the category of the rare padparadscha sapphires
. Sapphires can come in deep shades as well as
lighter ones the intensity of the stones color
is caused by the amount of chromium contained in
it. - Sapphires are created in rocks rich in aluminum
and poor in silicon. They form in table,
columnar, bipyramidal, and other crystalline
structures. And they often twin! (Dont they say
that two is better than one?) Sapphires are
sought after for jewelry not only for their
color, but also for their glassy luster, white
streak, and hardness. In fact, only the diamond
is harder than the sapphire. Sapphires are also
pretty easy to take care of, so theyre a great
gift for anyone. Just make sure to avoid acids,
as these could damage your gemstone. - Sapphires and rubies (both corundum) are close
relatives of each other. Rubies, of course, sport
their classic red hues, but are also found with
varying intensity of color. Because theyre so
close in composition, theres a debate about
whether a particularly light red-pink gemstone is
a pale ruby or a pink sapphire. Scientists
havent battled that one out yet, but in
our KLENOTA jewels, youll find these lovely pink
gems in the pink sapphire categories.
16How to wear pink sapphires and why you should
- This beautiful pink gemstone embodies all
the elegance, tenderness, and beauty that you
could want in a piece of jewelry. Theyre loved
for their subtlety and romantic aura and are
therefore becoming a much more popular option
for engagement rings, specifically, as well
as gifts for any and all occasions. - You cant go wrong with pink sapphires--they suit
all skin tones, whether darker or paler, and
because theyre not as bold of a color as their
blue counterparts, theyll go well with any
outfit you have in your closet. Pink sapphires
pair well with all tones of gold, as well. Choose
a rose gold setting to really bring out that
fairytale feel. Or, set your pink sapphire in
cool white gold to make the color pop and give it
a polished look. Dont forget your diamonds,
too! Nothing accentuates your rosy gemstone like
sparkling white diamonds. - Pink sapphires make a great gift for those that
have it all and for those that think outside of
the box. A new quarry opened in Madagascar in
1990, making pink sapphires more readily
available to the public however, they are
still pretty rare, since their color is so unique
in nature. Even though they are rare, theyre
quite reasonably priced, costing less than pink
diamonds. Pink sapphires are the perfect choice
for someone looking for that high-luxury,
high-quality look without breaking the bank.
17How to pick the right stone and how to take care
of it
- Similarly to other gemstones, pink sapphires are
commonly treated with heat to remove some of the
undesired color tones and to polish out any
unevenness in the stone. Treating a stone with
heat gives the stone a silkier luster and higher
clarity, creating a gem that has a higher wow
factor and will keep its shine for years to come. - When we buy pink sapphires, we mainly decide
which gemstone to choose according to our own
taste and opinion. Unlike diamonds and their four
Cs, sapphires dont have a standardized way to
qualify them. We make sure that all of the
gemstones we use are of high quality, so that
when you are browsing through our pink sapphire
jewelry, all you have to worry about is what hue
would look best on you. - Taking care of your sapphires is not as
demanding as it is with other gemstones, thanks
to the sapphires hardness. Sapphires are
difficult to scratch up, but they certainly dont
like temperature shocks. We recommend taking your
jewelry off when youre cooking or cleaning to
protect it from these shocks or from getting dirt
in it. If your sapphires do start looking a
little less shiny than when you first put them
on, dont worry--just send them to us, and well
restore them to their former glory.
18Pink sapphires from all over the world
- Before 1990, pink sapphires were considered to be
extremely rare. When the quarries in Madagascar
opened that year, however, pink sapphires made
their way out into the world and into our hearts.
- Most pink sapphires come from Madagascar, but
there are also older quarries in Sri Lanka,
Burma, and East Africa. - Generally, the place of origin doesnt affect the
price like it might with other gemstones. - Pink sapphires rose in popularity thanks in part
to Queen Elizabeth II, who sports a brooch fit
with a large, sparkling, rosy sapphire set into a
flower of diamonds. - She wore this brooch for her Christmas speech in
2013--check out the pictures for some pink-loving
inspiration! Grace Kelly was also fond of pink
sapphires her floral jewels still inspire
jewelry-makers and goldsmiths today.
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