Product Description
A 65 carat Mixed facet grade rough sapphire parcel sourced from Basil mine of Kashmir, Pakistan. The parcel has under 1 to 4 cart sizes in the lot. These are not treated and 100 natural earthly mined.
The parcel includes a range of clarity grades: some pieces are transparent to semi-transparent with visible inclusions, while others are translucent or included.
Under shortwave UV light, these sapphires display strong fluorescence, shifting from their natural color toward a more vivid response — a characteristic commonly observed in sapphires from this region. The UV reaction photo is included in the listing images for reference. Sapphires can also change color from white to yellow light.
Parcel Specifications
- Total Weight: 65 carats
- Individual Stone Weight: Under 1 to 4 carats
- Color: Purplish-Pink / Pink, lavender
- Clarity Range: Transparent, Semi-Transparent, Translucent, SI, VS, Included
- Treatment: No Treatments – Natural Earthly Mined
- Origin: Basil Mine, Kashmir, Pakistan
- Fluorescence: Strong under UV light
- Rarity: Rare origin material
- Intended Use: Faceting practice, lapidary rough, jewelry/ornament cutting
- Birthstone: September (Sapphire), February (alternate)
This parcel is suited for beginner to intermediate faceters who want to practice on genuine Kashmir sapphire material at an accessible price point. The mixed clarity means yield will vary per stone — buyers should expect some pieces to cut clean windows and others to be semi-transparent or heavily included.
⚠️ Disclaimer for Lapidary Artists
This parcel is sold as-is for lapidary and faceting practice purposes. Individual stone yield, transparency, and cuttability cannot be guaranteed, as quality varies across a mixed-grade lot. Buyers are responsible for assessing each stone’s suitability before cutting.
Common FAQs
Can rough sapphire from Pakistan be faceted at home by a beginner?
Yes — rough sapphire can be faceted with standard lapidary equipment. Mixed-grade parcels like this one are commonly used for practice because the lower cost allows beginners to learn without risking expensive material.
What does "mixed grade" mean in a rough sapphire parcel?
Mixed grade means the parcel contains stones across a range of clarity levels — from transparent pieces suitable for faceting to included or opaque material. Individual stone quality varies, and the price reflects the average across the lot.
Does strong UV fluorescence affect the value of a rough sapphire?
UV fluorescence is a gemological characteristic, not a treatment. In sapphires, strong fluorescence is noted for disclosure purposes and does not indicate enhancement — it is a natural property of certain corundum deposits, including those from the Basal region of Kashmir.