{"product_id":"natural-pink-kashmir-sapphires-30-carats-basel-mine","title":"30 Carats Natural Pink Kashmir Sapphires – Basel Mine, Pakistan (Parcel)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eNatural Pink Sapphires from the Heart of Kashmir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are gemstones — and then there are \u003cstrong\u003eKashmir sapphires\u003c\/strong\u003e. This parcel of \u003cstrong\u003e30 carats of natural pink sapphires\u003c\/strong\u003e was mined directly from the \u003cstrong\u003eBasel Mine in Kashmir, Pakistan\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most storied and geologically rare sapphire-producing regions on earth. These are not enhanced, not heated, not treated in any way. What you see is exactly what the mountain gave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Makes This Parcel Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stones in this lot display a captivating range of pink hues — from soft \u003cstrong\u003elavender-pink\u003c\/strong\u003e and delicate \u003cstrong\u003epinkish\u003c\/strong\u003e tones to deeper \u003cstrong\u003epurplish-pink\u003c\/strong\u003e and rich \u003cstrong\u003epurple\u003c\/strong\u003e saturation. Each piece is a natural expression of Kashmir's unique geological fingerprint. The clarity grades span \u003cstrong\u003eSI, VS, VVS, and Eye Clean\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering options for both collectors and jewelry designers seeking stones with visible brilliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kashmir, Pakistan (Basel Mine)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 Carats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Corundum (Sapphire)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink, Pinkish, Purplish Pink, Purplish, Lavender, Purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e SI \/ VS \/ VVS \/ Eye Clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCuts \u0026amp; Shapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cushion Cut, Oval, Octagonal, Step Cut, Emerald Cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e None — 100% Natural, Earthly Mined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose Precious Stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine Jewelry, Ornamental Settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBirthstone:\u003c\/strong\u003e September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFor the Collector. For the Jeweler. For the Discerning Eye.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a gem dealer sourcing untreated material, a jewelry designer building a one-of-a-kind piece, or a collector adding a rare Kashmir origin stone to your portfolio — this parcel delivers. The mix of cuts and clarity grades gives you flexibility, while the provenance gives you a story worth telling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKashmir sapphires are among the most sought-after gemstones in the world. Untreated specimens from verified Pakistani mines are increasingly rare. This is not a commodity — it's a piece of geological history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAre these sapphires certified?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese stones are sold as natural, untreated Kashmir sapphires from the Basel Mine. We recommend independent lab certification (GIA, GRS, or Gübelin) for high-value individual stones. Contact us for guidance on certification options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference between Kashmir sapphires and other sapphires?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKashmir sapphires are prized for their velvety, cornflower-blue to pink hues and exceptional clarity, formed in a unique high-altitude geological environment. Their rarity and provenance make them among the most valuable sapphires in the world — often commanding significant premiums over Sri Lankan or Madagascar material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan these stones be set in jewelry directly?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The eye-clean and VVS clarity stones in this parcel are well-suited for setting in rings, pendants, and earrings. The variety of cuts — cushion, oval, emerald, and step — gives jewelers multiple design options from a single lot.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kashmir Stones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53817651495023,"sku":"LSAP-30","price":3200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/2221\/8351\/files\/KashmirSapphires.jpg?v=1784132594","url":"https:\/\/www.kashmirstones.com\/products\/natural-pink-kashmir-sapphires-30-carats-basel-mine","provider":"Kashmir Stones","version":"1.0","type":"link"}