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 Sapphire Express Introduction. Pick up a little history on these colorful gemstones, and get to know about our guide. |
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 Blue is the most popular color for sapphires. But watch out for shades of gray and black. |
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 Beware of internal flaws called "feathers." If they work from the surface inward, they can make the stone brittle. |
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 When considering cut quality, always keep symmetry and proportion in mind. |
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 Be on the lookout for "total weight" price tags. Always determine the price on the stone before mounting. |
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 The "star" in star sapphires is caused by a flaw called "silk". |
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 Print out this page and hit the stores! All the most important facts for examining and choosing sapphires on one handy sheet. |
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 Ask your hotel concierge or tour guide for reputable sapphire dealers. And get their names in writing. |
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 Examine lots of glass so you can spot characteristics that will be present in glass sapphires. |
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 Don't wait for a jeweler to tell you about treatments. Ask, and get them in writing on your receipt. |
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Is the oiling of sapphires an acceptable |
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