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6.06 Ct. Alexandrite | Mined in Sri Lanka | Certified By SSEF | "Rare Find"
- SKU
- 440049
- Dimensions (mm)
- 12.050 x 9.640 x 7.040mm
- Weight (cts)
- 6.060
- Certified Gemstones
- Yes
- Treatment
- No Treatment
- Clarity
- VS
- Type
- Faceted
- Shape
- Oval
- Certificate Gem Lab
- SSEF
- Colours
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StarRuby.in ®
The World’s Greatest Collection of Natural Gemstones.
6.06 Ct. Alexandrite | Mined in Sri Lanka | Certified by SSEF
Listing ID: 440049 | Stone ID: E10149
Price: $278760 $209070
Media
Copy/paste the following link in your browser's address bar to view the complete set of 360° interactive views, videos, and pictures:
https://www.StarRuby.org/440049/showcase
Collections
This item is a part of the following collections:
Royal Araina Collection: Gemstones that you "fall in love" with
Named after his daughter, the "Royal Araina Collection" is a hand-picked selection of exceptional, noteworthy gemstones by Harshil Zaveri, the founder of StarRuby.in ®.
Why choose one gemstone rather than another?
That is where Harshil comes into his own, revealing that his sensibility extends far beyond simple expertise.
In addition to applying the gemological selection criteria, he seeks out stones that speak to him: those that evoke an idea, bring out an emotion, recall a memory, or tell a story.
Every gemstone in the "Royal Araina Collection" is a rare, timeless treasure highly sought-after by discerning collectors and gem connoisseurs.
Treasures of the Earth
"Treasures of the Earth" is a collection of noteworthy gemstones hand-picked by our team of gemstone experts. Every gemstone in this collection will captivate you with its intrinsic beauty and spectacular flair.
Description
Curation
Curated by: Harshil Zaveri, Founder & CEO
Description: This unimaginable gem truly has us under her spell. She's an extraordinary alexandrite from Ceylon (Sri Lanka) - a rare variety of chrysoberyl with chameleon-like qualities. True to character, she shows a brownish-green color in daylight or fluorescent light, changing to a purplish-red color in incandescent light from a lamp or candle flame. Much to our delight, she often lets you catch a glimpse of all her colorful "personalities" as she sashays in the light.
As certified by the Swiss Gemmological Institute SSEF, the colors are remarkably natural, with no gemological evidence of enhancements or treatments. The degree of color change is also prominent, while its transparency & clarity are excellent.
To add to her magnificent qualities is an oval shape with excellent proportions. Her 6.06-carat weight is equally exceptional - quite a special find considering most cut alexandrites weigh less than one carat. What a treat for the gem collector or connoisseur, as well as the jewelry designer who can take on the tall order of further enhancing her beauty!
Gemstone, Origin & Treatments
Species: Natural Chrysoberyl
Gemstone & Variety: Alexandrite
Geographic Origin: Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
Treatments: No Treatments (Unheated/Untreated)
Weight, Measurements & Shape
Weight: 6.06 carats
Measurements (L x W x H): 12.05 x 9.64 x 7.04 mm
Type of Cutting: Faceted
Shape: Oval
Color
Intensity of Color: Vivid to Deep
Shade: Brownish Green (daylight) changing to Purplish Red (incandescent light)
Transparency & Clarity
Transparency: Transparent
Clarity grade: Eye-Clean
Clarity description: The stone is completely free from eye-visible inclusions
Phenomenon
Color-Change Effect: Prominent Color-Change Effect
Fluorescence
Fluorescence is the visible light some gemstones emit when exposed to invisible ultraviolet (UV) rays. We've described below the intensity and color of the gemstone's fluorescence under long-wave UV light (LWUV).
Fluorescence Intensity: None
Fluorescence Color: Not applicable
Special Characteristics
Exceptional Quality: The overall quality of this gemstone is classified as "exceptional". Its unique combination of extraordinary color, remarkable clarity, and superior appearance make it almost impossible to replace.
Large Size: The size of this gemstone is large compared to the commonly available sizes in this species/variety, making it rare and highly sought-after.
Vibrant Brilliancy: This gemstone exhibits a brilliancy that is classified as "vibrant." Vibrant brilliancy results from a combination of factors such as skillful cutting, excellent clarity, even color distribution, and a very low degree of extinction.
Gemological Reports
This item is accompanied by the following gemological report. We will ship the original report along with the item.
Swiss Gemmological Institute SSEF report # 95595
The accompanying SSEF report authenticates this gemstone as a "Natural Alexandrite" of "Ceylon (Sri Lanka)" origin with "No indications of any treatment". The color is described by SSEF as "brownish green" in daylight, changing to "purplish red" in incandescent light, with a comment stating "distinct color-change". In addition, the appendix letter associated with the report states "Exceptional Alexandrite" along with a detailed description. SSEF issues such letters only to select Alexandrites that meet their specific "Exceptional" criteria.
StarRuby.in® Listing Price
Original Listing Price: $278760
Gem Rock Auctions Price (25% off): $209070
The original listing price of this item on our website and all other sales channels is $278760. The current listing price on Gem Rock Auctions is $209070 since we've listed all our inventory here with a flat 25% discount from our original listing prices.
Recommended Retail Price (RRP)
The “Recommended Retail Price (RRP)” is the price you can expect to pay for a similar item at a high-street retail store.
Recommended Retail Price (RRP): $696900
References
Listing ID: 440049
Stone ID: E10149
Payments, Shipping & Returns
Payments
What payment options are available?
We accept payments by the following methods:
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All major credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, etc.)
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For bank transfer payments, you can send the payment to any one of our company’s bank accounts in India, the UAE, or the US as per your preference. Please contact us for more information.
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Do you offer layaway payment plans?
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Shipping Information
What are the shipping methods available & shipping fees?
We offer the following shipping options:
STANDARD shipping by Express Mail Service (EMS)
Shipping fee: Free shipping
Delivery time: 7-15 business days to most locations
Insurance: Fully insured
Tracking: Trackable online on the Emirates Post or India Post websites
EXPRESS shipping by FedEx
Shipping fee: $90
Delivery time: 3-5 business days to most locations
Insurance: Fully insured
Tracking: Trackable online on the FedEx website
PREMIUM shipping by Brinks, Malca Amit, or Ferrari
Shipping fee: Contact us for a quote
Delivery time: 1-3 business days to most locations
Insurance: Fully insured
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What is the default shipping method?
We offer FREE standard shipping for all orders by Express Mail Service (EMS), the fastest postal shipping method.
You have the option to upgrade to express shipping by FedEx ($90 fee). If you would like to upgrade, please choose FedEx as the shipping option when checking out.
If you would like to opt for premium shipping by Brinks, Malca Amit, or Ferrari, please contact us for a shipping quote.
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Do you offer international shipping?
Yes, we ship worldwide to all countries.
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What is your handling time for shipping?
For most orders, our handling time for shipping is 1-3 business days.
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Where will the order ship from?
Depending on your shipping address & item’s location, your order will be shipped from our head office in Mumbai, India, or our branch office in Dubai, UAE.
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How secure are your shipping methods?
All shipments we send are securely packaged and shipped with full insurance & tracking. Signature confirmation is required for all deliveries. In the improbable event that the shipment is lost or damaged in transit, we are responsible, and we will issue a refund.
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Yes, we will send you an email and a message on Gem Rock Auctions with the tracking information once your order is shipped.
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Returns
What is your return policy?
We offer “30-day returns” on all purchases made from our store. After receiving any purchased item, if you would like to return it for any reason, you can send it back for a refund anytime within 30 days from the delivery date.
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Who is responsible for the two-way shipping costs?
We provide prepaid FedEx shipping labels for all returns so that the item(s) can be returned by the buyer hassle-free and without incurring any costs. The shipping costs, both ways, are borne by us.
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Will I receive a full refund?
We will issue a full refund for PayPal or bank transfer payments without any deductions. However, for credit/debit card payments, the payment processing fees (3.90% of the transaction amount) will be deducted from the refund amount.
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How to return an item?
If you would like to return an item, please contact us to request the return shipping instructions & a prepaid FedEx shipping label.
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What is the time frame to receive a refund?
All refunds are processed within 1-3 business days after receiving the item back in its original condition, along with its accompanying gemological reports (if any). We will refund the payment back to the original mode of payment.
Other Information
About our Pictures, Videos & 360° Interactive Views
How are your gemstones photographed?
Our gemstones are photographed by highly trained & experienced professional photographers using state-of-the-art equipment, advanced macro photography techniques, and customized gemstone lighting systems that simulate natural daylight (5500 K).
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Are your pictures & videos accurate?
As a gemstone & jewelry business specializing in eCommerce sales, we fully understand the concerns about shopping for such unique items online. After years of research on developing customized gemstone lighting systems and advanced macro photography techniques, we have successfully made true-to-life gemstone photos, videos & 360° interactive views a reality.
We take extraordinary care to capture the actual color and appearance of our gemstones. The lighting systems we use in our studio have a high Color Rendering Index (CRI) of >95 and a Television Lighting Consistency Index (TLCI) >97 for accurate color capture by DSLR cameras. Additionally, we evaluate the color accuracy on color-calibrated screens with a hardware color-calibration device for maximum accuracy. Therefore, the media provided on our listing pages fairly and accurately depict the actual color & appearance of the gemstones as seen in person.
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Which devices or screens provide the best viewing experience for your pictures, videos & 360° interactive views?
Our media has embedded sRGB color space profiles for accurate viewing in browsers and other color-managed software.
While we test the color accuracy of all of our media across multiple screen types, the colors are most accurately seen on the latest generation of screens (laptops/desktops with IPS display, iPhones, iPads, or iMacs with retina display, and other mobile devices with IPS, OLED, AMOLED, or QLED displays).
Grading Scales, Charts & more
Color Grading Scale: https://www.starruby.org/info#color
Clarity Grading Scale: https://www.starruby.org/info#clarity
Shape Chart: https://www.starruby.org/info#shape
Gemstone Size Chart: https://www.starruby.org/info#size
Information on Gemological Laboratories: https://www.starruby.org/info#labs
Bespoke Jewelry Solutions: https://www.starruby.org/info#jewelry
Why Buy from Us
✔ Only authentic, natural & unheated/untreated gemstones.
✔ Curation & evaluation by in-house gemologists.
✔ Certification by top international labs like GIA, GRS, & IGI.
✔ Wholesale pricing. Huge savings.
✔ Gemstones direct from mine to market.
✔ Accurate pictures/videos & description.
✔ Reliable international shipping.
✔ Hassle-free returns.
✔ Unparalleled reputation & history.
✔ Ethically & environmentally responsible.
✔ Personalized customer support.
✔ 100% satisfaction guaranteed.
StarRuby.in Group
StarRuby.in Private Limited
Mumbai, India
Star Ruby Gems DMCC
Dubai, UAE
StarRuby.in Inc.
New York, USA
Star Ruby Gems
Hong Kong
Read more about our company here: https://www.starruby.org/aboutus
© 2007 to Present | StarRuby.in ®️ | All Rights Reserved
- SKU
- 440049
- Dimensions (mm)
- 12.050 x 9.640 x 7.040 mm
- Weight (cts)
- 6.060
- Certified Gemstones
- Yes
- Treatment
- No Treatment
- Clarity
- VS
- Type
- Faceted
- Shape
- Oval
- Certificate Gem Lab
- SSEF
- Colours
-
StarRuby.in ®
The World’s Greatest Collection of Natural Gemstones.
6.06 Ct. Alexandrite | Mined in Sri Lanka | Certified by SSEF
Listing ID: 440049 | Stone ID: E10149
Price: $278760 $209070
Media
Copy/paste the following link in your browser's address bar to view the complete set of 360° interactive views, videos, and pictures:
https://www.StarRuby.org/440049/showcase
Collections
This item is a part of the following collections:
Royal Araina Collection: Gemstones that you "fall in love" with
Named after his daughter, the "Royal Araina Collection" is a hand-picked selection of exceptional, noteworthy gemstones by Harshil Zaveri, the founder of StarRuby.in ®.
Why choose one gemstone rather than another?
That is where Harshil comes into his own, revealing that his sensibility extends far beyond simple expertise.
In addition to applying the gemological selection criteria, he seeks out stones that speak to him: those that evoke an idea, bring out an emotion, recall a memory, or tell a story.
Every gemstone in the "Royal Araina Collection" is a rare, timeless treasure highly sought-after by discerning collectors and gem connoisseurs.
Treasures of the Earth
"Treasures of the Earth" is a collection of noteworthy gemstones hand-picked by our team of gemstone experts. Every gemstone in this collection will captivate you with its intrinsic beauty and spectacular flair.
Description
Curation
Curated by: Harshil Zaveri, Founder & CEO
Description: This unimaginable gem truly has us under her spell. She's an extraordinary alexandrite from Ceylon (Sri Lanka) - a rare variety of chrysoberyl with chameleon-like qualities. True to character, she shows a brownish-green color in daylight or fluorescent light, changing to a purplish-red color in incandescent light from a lamp or candle flame. Much to our delight, she often lets you catch a glimpse of all her colorful "personalities" as she sashays in the light.
As certified by the Swiss Gemmological Institute SSEF, the colors are remarkably natural, with no gemological evidence of enhancements or treatments. The degree of color change is also prominent, while its transparency & clarity are excellent.
To add to her magnificent qualities is an oval shape with excellent proportions. Her 6.06-carat weight is equally exceptional - quite a special find considering most cut alexandrites weigh less than one carat. What a treat for the gem collector or connoisseur, as well as the jewelry designer who can take on the tall order of further enhancing her beauty!
Gemstone, Origin & Treatments
Species: Natural Chrysoberyl
Gemstone & Variety: Alexandrite
Geographic Origin: Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
Treatments: No Treatments (Unheated/Untreated)
Weight, Measurements & Shape
Weight: 6.06 carats
Measurements (L x W x H): 12.05 x 9.64 x 7.04 mm
Type of Cutting: Faceted
Shape: Oval
Color
Intensity of Color: Vivid to Deep
Shade: Brownish Green (daylight) changing to Purplish Red (incandescent light)
Transparency & Clarity
Transparency: Transparent
Clarity grade: Eye-Clean
Clarity description: The stone is completely free from eye-visible inclusions
Phenomenon
Color-Change Effect: Prominent Color-Change Effect
Fluorescence
Fluorescence is the visible light some gemstones emit when exposed to invisible ultraviolet (UV) rays. We've described below the intensity and color of the gemstone's fluorescence under long-wave UV light (LWUV).
Fluorescence Intensity: None
Fluorescence Color: Not applicable
Special Characteristics
Exceptional Quality: The overall quality of this gemstone is classified as "exceptional". Its unique combination of extraordinary color, remarkable clarity, and superior appearance make it almost impossible to replace.
Large Size: The size of this gemstone is large compared to the commonly available sizes in this species/variety, making it rare and highly sought-after.
Vibrant Brilliancy: This gemstone exhibits a brilliancy that is classified as "vibrant." Vibrant brilliancy results from a combination of factors such as skillful cutting, excellent clarity, even color distribution, and a very low degree of extinction.
Gemological Reports
This item is accompanied by the following gemological report. We will ship the original report along with the item.
Swiss Gemmological Institute SSEF report # 95595
The accompanying SSEF report authenticates this gemstone as a "Natural Alexandrite" of "Ceylon (Sri Lanka)" origin with "No indications of any treatment". The color is described by SSEF as "brownish green" in daylight, changing to "purplish red" in incandescent light, with a comment stating "distinct color-change". In addition, the appendix letter associated with the report states "Exceptional Alexandrite" along with a detailed description. SSEF issues such letters only to select Alexandrites that meet their specific "Exceptional" criteria.
StarRuby.in® Listing Price
Original Listing Price: $278760
Gem Rock Auctions Price (25% off): $209070
The original listing price of this item on our website and all other sales channels is $278760. The current listing price on Gem Rock Auctions is $209070 since we've listed all our inventory here with a flat 25% discount from our original listing prices.
Recommended Retail Price (RRP)
The “Recommended Retail Price (RRP)” is the price you can expect to pay for a similar item at a high-street retail store.
Recommended Retail Price (RRP): $696900
References
Listing ID: 440049
Stone ID: E10149
Payments, Shipping & Returns
Payments
What payment options are available?
We accept payments by the following methods:
PayPal
All major credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, etc.)
Escrow.com
Direct deposit (bank transfer)
For PayPal, credit/debit card, or Escrow.com payments, please complete payment through the Gem Rock Auctions inbuilt checkout.
For bank transfer payments, you can send the payment to any one of our company’s bank accounts in India, the UAE, or the US as per your preference. Please contact us for more information.
--
How soon am I required to pay for the purchased item(s)?
We usually require payments to be made within five business days after an offer is accepted, or an auction is won. If you need more time to pay, please contact us.
--
Do you offer layaway payment plans?
Yes, we will be happy to offer you a layaway payment plan or a flexible payment plan. Please contact us to discuss.
Shipping Information
What are the shipping methods available & shipping fees?
We offer the following shipping options:
STANDARD shipping by Express Mail Service (EMS)
Shipping fee: Free shipping
Delivery time: 7-15 business days to most locations
Insurance: Fully insured
Tracking: Trackable online on the Emirates Post or India Post websites
EXPRESS shipping by FedEx
Shipping fee: $90
Delivery time: 3-5 business days to most locations
Insurance: Fully insured
Tracking: Trackable online on the FedEx website
PREMIUM shipping by Brinks, Malca Amit, or Ferrari
Shipping fee: Contact us for a quote
Delivery time: 1-3 business days to most locations
Insurance: Fully insured
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What is the default shipping method?
We offer FREE standard shipping for all orders by Express Mail Service (EMS), the fastest postal shipping method.
You have the option to upgrade to express shipping by FedEx ($90 fee). If you would like to upgrade, please choose FedEx as the shipping option when checking out.
If you would like to opt for premium shipping by Brinks, Malca Amit, or Ferrari, please contact us for a shipping quote.
--
Do you offer international shipping?
Yes, we ship worldwide to all countries.
--
What is your handling time for shipping?
For most orders, our handling time for shipping is 1-3 business days.
--
Where will the order ship from?
Depending on your shipping address & item’s location, your order will be shipped from our head office in Mumbai, India, or our branch office in Dubai, UAE.
--
How secure are your shipping methods?
All shipments we send are securely packaged and shipped with full insurance & tracking. Signature confirmation is required for all deliveries. In the improbable event that the shipment is lost or damaged in transit, we are responsible, and we will issue a refund.
--
Will you send the tracking information after shipping?
Yes, we will send you an email and a message on Gem Rock Auctions with the tracking information once your order is shipped.
--
If you have any questions about shipping or import duties or VAT in your country, please contact us.
Returns
What is your return policy?
We offer “30-day returns” on all purchases made from our store. After receiving any purchased item, if you would like to return it for any reason, you can send it back for a refund anytime within 30 days from the delivery date.
--
Who is responsible for the two-way shipping costs?
We provide prepaid FedEx shipping labels for all returns so that the item(s) can be returned by the buyer hassle-free and without incurring any costs. The shipping costs, both ways, are borne by us.
--
Will I receive a full refund?
We will issue a full refund for PayPal or bank transfer payments without any deductions. However, for credit/debit card payments, the payment processing fees (3.90% of the transaction amount) will be deducted from the refund amount.
--
How to return an item?
If you would like to return an item, please contact us to request the return shipping instructions & a prepaid FedEx shipping label.
--
What is the time frame to receive a refund?
All refunds are processed within 1-3 business days after receiving the item back in its original condition, along with its accompanying gemological reports (if any). We will refund the payment back to the original mode of payment.
Other Information
About our Pictures, Videos & 360° Interactive Views
How are your gemstones photographed?
Our gemstones are photographed by highly trained & experienced professional photographers using state-of-the-art equipment, advanced macro photography techniques, and customized gemstone lighting systems that simulate natural daylight (5500 K).
--
Are your pictures & videos accurate?
As a gemstone & jewelry business specializing in eCommerce sales, we fully understand the concerns about shopping for such unique items online. After years of research on developing customized gemstone lighting systems and advanced macro photography techniques, we have successfully made true-to-life gemstone photos, videos & 360° interactive views a reality.
We take extraordinary care to capture the actual color and appearance of our gemstones. The lighting systems we use in our studio have a high Color Rendering Index (CRI) of >95 and a Television Lighting Consistency Index (TLCI) >97 for accurate color capture by DSLR cameras. Additionally, we evaluate the color accuracy on color-calibrated screens with a hardware color-calibration device for maximum accuracy. Therefore, the media provided on our listing pages fairly and accurately depict the actual color & appearance of the gemstones as seen in person.
--
Which devices or screens provide the best viewing experience for your pictures, videos & 360° interactive views?
Our media has embedded sRGB color space profiles for accurate viewing in browsers and other color-managed software.
While we test the color accuracy of all of our media across multiple screen types, the colors are most accurately seen on the latest generation of screens (laptops/desktops with IPS display, iPhones, iPads, or iMacs with retina display, and other mobile devices with IPS, OLED, AMOLED, or QLED displays).
Grading Scales, Charts & more
Color Grading Scale: https://www.starruby.org/info#color
Clarity Grading Scale: https://www.starruby.org/info#clarity
Shape Chart: https://www.starruby.org/info#shape
Gemstone Size Chart: https://www.starruby.org/info#size
Information on Gemological Laboratories: https://www.starruby.org/info#labs
Bespoke Jewelry Solutions: https://www.starruby.org/info#jewelry
Why Buy from Us
✔ Only authentic, natural & unheated/untreated gemstones.
✔ Curation & evaluation by in-house gemologists.
✔ Certification by top international labs like GIA, GRS, & IGI.
✔ Wholesale pricing. Huge savings.
✔ Gemstones direct from mine to market.
✔ Accurate pictures/videos & description.
✔ Reliable international shipping.
✔ Hassle-free returns.
✔ Unparalleled reputation & history.
✔ Ethically & environmentally responsible.
✔ Personalized customer support.
✔ 100% satisfaction guaranteed.
StarRuby.in Group
StarRuby.in Private Limited
Mumbai, India
Star Ruby Gems DMCC
Dubai, UAE
StarRuby.in Inc.
New York, USA
Star Ruby Gems
Hong Kong
Read more about our company here: https://www.starruby.org/aboutus
© 2007 to Present | StarRuby.in ®️ | All Rights Reserved
| Shipping provider | Shipping to India | Shipping to rest of world |
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| Standard Shipping - Tracked | $0.00 / 4 days | $0.00 / 10 days |
| FedEx | $47.00 / 2 days | $47.00 / 4 days |
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PositiveOwner provided great communication and the rock is beautiful. Would purchase again and highly recommend doing business with Harshil.
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Positive
Such a pretty stone! It will make a lovely ring.
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Positive
Admin edit: This stone is genuine and certified from Burma. Original: This stone is not from Burma, there is no fluorescent characteristics. In addition, there is a huge cloud on the stone that covers almost 1/6 of the stone.
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