Orange Red Sapphire · Facet Rough · 2.8 ct · Untreated

Not every sapphire is blue. This natural orange-red sapphire from Tanzania stands out with its warm, fiery color and transparent crystal, offering a unique alternative for gem cutters looking for something beyond the traditional sapphire palette.

The crystal displays an attractive natural shape with an estimated 70% facetable volume, providing a solid foundation for a precision-cut gemstone. While slightly included, the rough remains transparent and offers excellent possibilities for careful orientation during the cutting process. An experienced faceter can position the design to balance color, clarity, and weight retention for the most attractive finished result.

Its vivid orange-red body color has the potential to produce a lively gemstone with remarkable warmth and character. Depending on the chosen design, the finished stone could become a striking centerpiece for a custom ring, pendant, or an addition to a collection of rare untreated sapphire rough.

Untreated sapphires preserve the beauty created entirely by nature. This crystal represents exactly that—natural color, natural inclusions, and the exciting opportunity to transform rough material into a one-of-a-kind faceted gemstone.

Specifications

• Stone type: Natural Sapphire
• Origin: Tanzania
• Weight: 2.84 ct
• Dimensions: 9.2 × 6.6 × 6.0 mm
• Treatment: Untreated
• Clarity: Slightly Included
• Color: Orange Red
• Transparency: Transparent
• Rough Type: Crystal
• Facet Potential: Facet Grade
• Facetable Volume: ~70%
• Estimated Yield: ~30%