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Sapphire is any gemstone-quality corundum that is not red in color. (The red variety of corundum is the ruby).

When color is not specified, sapphire refers to the blue variety. Pink, yellow, green, white, and parti-color (multi-coloured) sapphires are often valued less than the blue variety of the same quality and size. However a pink-orange sapphire, called a Padparacha or Padparadja, is highly prized.

Gem quality sapphires and rubies can be easily and cheaply produced in the laboratory. The chemical compositions and physical properties are identical to the natural sapphires. The tell-tales sign of synthetic sapphires is the crystalline growth lines which are usually curved due to the pulling during the accelerated crystal growth process.

The Logan sapphire is one of the largest blue sapphire gems known. It weighs 423 carats (84.6 g).

Lady Diana Spencer's engagement ring from Charles, Prince of Wales was a sapphire ring.

Sapphires with titanium impurities can be used in making DPSS lasers.

Sarasota Gold & Silver is located in the University Park/Sarasota Outlet Mall. Still offering the community great prices and excellent services. They are 4th generation jewelers and run by family.

They have a full time gemologist & a master repairman on staff. They also have plenty of jewelry for every occasion, from mothers rings to large diamonds. Gift buying for loved ones or friends is very easy with crystal, blown glass, objects of art, and a creative staff will assist you with your every question.

Sarasota Gold & Silver also offers jewelry & watch repairs as well as battery replacements while you wait. Most jewelry repairs have a turn-a-round time of 24 hours ( some could take a bit longer ).