Flawless Sapphires show no inclusions to the unaided eye when examined by a trained, experienced grader using an ideal light source.


Lightly Included 1 (LI1) is the next clarity grade below Flawless.
Lightly Included 1 describes a gem that has just the tiniest inclusion, barely visible to the unaided eye of a trained, experienced grader.

Lightly Included 2 ( LI2) is similar but with one or two more inclusions, of the same minute size.

LI1/LI2 inclusions are so small that most people cannot see them without magnification, even after intense scrutiny of the gem.


Moderately Included 1 (MI1) inclusions are minor inclusions that don't affect beauty or durability. These inclusions are often not visible to the casual observer.

Moderately Included 2 (MI2) inclusions have a slight effect on appearance but do not affect brilliance. These inclusions are often not visible to the casual observer.

Inclusions in MI1/MI2 gems are so small that many people cannot see them without magnification.

Highly Included 1 (HI1) Inclusions are obvious and have a slight effect on appearance and brilliance.

Highly Included 2 (HI2) Inclusions are obvious and have a significant effect on appearance and brilliance.

Extremely Included 1 (EI1) Inclusions are prominent with significant effect on appearance, brilliance and transparency.

Extremely Included 2 (EI2) Inclusions are numerous and prominent throughout gem with severe effect on appearance, brilliance, transparency and durability.

Extremely Included 3 (EI3) Inclusions are numerous and prominent throughout gem. Gem is not transparent and shows no brilliance.

Prices

All prices are in Canadian Dollars.

All Canadian and American Clients receive their gem purchases

free of taxes, customs fees or shipping charges. .You'll pay nothing extra.

Canadian Clients: You'll receive all items "taxes and shipping included".

American Clients: Your gems are free of import taxes, customs duties and shipping

charges. Plus, you receive an Export Discount of 7%, independent of currency

exchange calculation.

International Clients: You receive an Export Discount of 7%, independent of currency

exchange calculation.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

The Canadian Dollar has gained strength and now I can purchase gems in Asia at

much better prices. So I'm passing this saving on to you.

Effective immediately, all items are reduced by 10% from list price. Please subtract

10% from prices shown on-site. All Canadian, American and International Clients

immediately qualify for this benefit.

The Export Discount of 7% for American and International clients is calculated after

subtracting the 10% price reduction.

Please contact me at billkent@islandnet.com  with any questions you may have.

Luscious Plum-Purple Sapphire!

Powerful, intense color in a beautiful small package--color so strong it'll glow in any style of setting!

Untreated sapphire indicated by: Intact silk.

Clarity: Flawless.
No inclusions visible to the unaided eye when examined by a trained, experienced grader using an ideal light source.

Certificate #CO-PuS-SpG0048/4-000280 issued by Gemmological Institute of Colombo

Item: # purc69	Size: 5.05-5.24 x 3.47 mm
Weight: .69 carats	Price: $395.

Sweet Violet Sapphire!

Delicate violet color; bright and brilliant gem.

Clarity: Flawless.
No inclusions visible to the unaided eye when examined by a trained, experienced grader using an ideal light source.

Certificate #CO-VS-SpG0048/2-000280 issued by Gemmological Institute of Colombo

Item: #vsc69	Size: 5.11-5.15 x 3.36 mm
Weight: .69 carats	Price: $325.

Lilac-color Sapphire

Pretty color with a soft, sweet appearance.

Untreated sapphire indicated by: Intact silk.

Clarity: LI2.
Lightly Included 2 describes a gem that has 2 or 3 of the tiniest inclusions, barely visible to the unaided eye of a trained, experienced grader.

Certificate #CO-PS-SpG0048/3-000280 issued by Gemmological Institute of Colombo

Item: # ppc71	Size: 5.37-5.44 x 3.18 mm
Weight: .71 carats	Price: $400.

Brilliant Pink Sapphire!

This gem shows a large "face-up" size for its weight plus it's bright and brilliant as well--the best of both worlds!

Medium-tone pink is more understated than the "hot pink" of some sapphires, giving this gem a subtle appeal all its own!

Clarity: LI2.
Lightly Included 2 describes a gem that has 2 or 3 of the tiniest inclusions, barely visible to the unaided eye of a trained, experienced grader.

Certificate #CO-PS-SpG0018-000280 issued by Gemmological Institute of Colombo

Item: #87r	Size: 5.95-6.05 x 3.13 mm
Weight: .87 carats	Price: $500.

Hot Pink Sapphire!

Excellent cutting proportions and strong, rich color
make this a.striking gem!

Are you looking for a gem that stands out? Do you want intense beauty in the gem you wear? This sapphire is ideal for you!.

Untreated sapphire indicated by: FT-IR

Clarity: LI2.
Lightly Included 2 describes a gem that has 2 or 3 of the tiniest inclusions, barely visible to the unaided eye of a trained, experienced grader.

Certificate #CO-PS-SpG0039-000280 issued by
Gemmological Institute of Colombo.

Item: # pc86	Size:6.65 x 4.75 x 3.45 mm
Weight: .86 carats	Price: $550.

Pretty Pink Sapphire!

Very attractive gem, almost one carat weight but without the premium price that goes with gems weighing.one carat.

Well-proportioned gem so it displays good brilliance--its sweet pink color will sparkle every time you wear it. You'll enjoy this gemstone every time.you see it!

Untreated sapphire indicated by: FT-IR

Clarity: LI1.
Lightly Included 1 is the next clarity grade below Flawless. (Sometimes described as "Near Flawless--NFL".)
Lightly Included 1 describes a gem that has just the tiniest inclusion, barely visible to the unaided eye of a trained, experienced grader.

Certificate #CO-PS-SpG0004/2-000280 issued by Gemmological Institute of Colombo

Item: # pc91r	Size: 5.52-4.98 x 4.10mm
Weight: .91 carats	Price: $450.

Solitaire Sapphire!

Great for a Solitaire Ring, this sapphire is cut to emphasize its
face-up appearance--giving you a gem that's larger.across the top than most gems of similar weight.

Affordability and larger appearance give you many options in your choice of ring style. You can have a unique ring to.complement your unique gem!

Clarity: MI2
Moderately Included 2 inclusions have a slight effect on appearance but do not affect brilliance. These inclusions are often not visible to the casual observer.

Certificate #CO-PS-SpG0013-000280 issued by Gemmological Institute of Colombo

Item: #93r	Size: 6.27-6.31 x 3.39 mm
Weight: .93 carats	Price: $600.

High-Impact Pink Sapphire!

Do you want high-impact in the jewelry you wear? Do you want people to sit up and take notice? Wear this Hot Pink.sapphire--intense Color Commands Attention!

Untreated sapphire indicated by: FT-IR

Clarity: Flawless.
No inclusions visible to the unaided eye when examined by a trained, experienced grader using an ideal light source.

Certificate #CO-PS-SpG0040-000280 issued by Gemmological Institute of Colombo

Item: # pc112	Size: 7.52 x 4.47 x 3.70 mm
Weight: 1.12 carats	Price: $975.

Lightest Pink Sapphire!

Very, very light--just the slightest pink tint. In some light, it seems to be a warm shade of white.

Untreated sapphire indicated by: FT-IR

Clarity: LI1.
Lightly Included 1 is the next clarity grade below Flawless. (Sometimes described as "Near Flawless--NFL".)
Lightly Included 1 describes a gem that has just the tiniest inclusion, barely visible to the unaided eye of a trained, experienced grader.

Certificate #CO-PS-SpG0052-000280 issued by Gemmological Institute of Colombo

Item: # pc124r	Size: 7.09-7.12 x 3.65 mm
Weight: 1.24 carats	Price: $650.

Rich Lilac-Color Sapphire!

Do you love this sweet blend of blue and red? Rarely found in the gem kingdom, this color is unique and.beautiful!

Wear this "fancy color" sapphire
and enjoy the color of spring flowers, all.year 'round!

Clarity: MI3

Untreated sapphire indicated by: FT-IR

Certificate #CO-PS-SpG0038-000280 issued by Gemmological Institute of Colombo

Item: #124	Size: 7.29 x 5.04 x 4.05 mm
Weight: 1.24 carats	Price: $850.

Violetish-Purple Sapphire

Flowers bloom with this color but flowers don't sparkle like this!
Would you like to have the violet color of sweet flowers with.you all the time?

Wear as a simple pendant, just this light sparkle of color or...create your own style!

Clarity: MI1.
Moderately Included 1 (MI1) inclusions are minor inclusions that don't affect beauty or durability. These inclusions are often not visible to the casual observer.

Untreated sapphire indicated by: FT-IR.

Certificate #CO-PS-SpG0030-000280 issued by Gemmological Institute of Colombo

Item: # pc171	Size: 7.76 x 6.08 x 4.42 mm
Weight: 1.71 carats	Price: $950.

Light Violet Sapphire

Just a touch of pink warms up this cool violet gem!

Nice, medium-light, sparkly sapphire--nice price too!

Clarity: LI2.
Lightly Included 2 describes a gem that has 2 or 3 of the tiniest inclusions, barely visible to the unaided eye of a trained, experienced grader.

Untreated sapphire indicated by: FT-IR

Certificate #CO-PS-SpG0037-000280 issued by Gemmological Institute of Colombo

Item: #150	Size: 7.55 x 5.57 x 4.33 mm
Weight: 1.50 carats	Price: $800.

Purple Beauty!

Unusual, striking color; perfect for your
one-of-a-kind.solitaire ring!.

Untreated sapphire indicated by: Intact, unaltered very.small crystals visible with magnification..

Certificate #CO-PuS-SpG0014-000280 issued by Gemmological Institute of Colombo

Clarity: Flawless.
No inclusions visible to the unaided eye when examined by a trained, experienced grader using an ideal light source.

Item: #pc176	Size: 7.57-7.62 x 4.10 mm
Weight:1.76 carats	Price: $1900.

Pastel Lilac-Color Sapphire!

Do you love a subtle, pastel shade of pinkish-purple?

Brilliant, crystal-clear, lilac-color sapphire, cut and polished with fine, brilliant proportions!

One-of-a-kind gem for your unique taste!

Clarity: LI1.
Lightly Included 1 is the next clarity grade below Flawless. (Sometimes described as "Near Flawless--NFL".)
Lightly Included 1 describes a gem that has just the tiniest inclusion, barely visible to the unaided eye of a trained, experienced grader.

Untreated sapphire indicated by: Very small intact crystal visible with magnification.

Certificate #10509
Lakshani Gem Testing Laboratory
Colombo, Sri Lanka

Recut to 4.86 carat

Item: #bc435	Size: 9.48 x 8.86 x 5.71 mm
Weight: 4.35 carats	Price: $2900.

Unusual Color Sapphire

Warm pastel gem; blend of very light gold and very light "peach" colors.

Interesting sapphire--subtle, understated, uncommon.

If you prefer light pastel colors, you'll love this gem!

Slightly visible "fingerprint" inclusions indicating Sri Lankan origin.

Untreated sapphire indicated by: Very slight, intact, unaltered crystal inclusions.

Clarity: MI3

Item: #pws202	Size: 8.04 x 5.74 x 4.28 mm
Weight: 2.02 carats	Price: $475.

Lightest Tan-Color Sapphire!

Just a touch of pastel taupe tint--this understated gem is unique.with its emerald-cut shape and slightest tint!.

There's a "fingerprint" inclusion (typical of sapphires from Sri Lanka).slightly visible from some angles. This inclusion.reduces the cost considerably, making #tws281.very affordable for its size and beauty. .

Unique combination of large size, interesting shape, unusual tint.and extremely affordable price makes this gem a rare.opportunity for you!

Untreated sapphire indicated by: Certification in process.

Clarity: MI2.
Moderately Included 2 inclusions have a slight effect on appearance but do not affect brilliance. These inclusions are often not visible to the casual observer.

Item: #tws281	Size: 9.10 x 7.09 x 4.55 mm
Weight: 2.81 carats	Price: $850.

Prices

All prices are in Canadian Dollars.

All Canadian and American Clients receive their gem purchases with no additional charges, taxes, Customs fees or shipping charges.

You'll pay nothing extra.

Canadian Clients receive all items "taxes included."

American Clients are not required to pay import taxes or customs duties on loose stones, i.e. gems that have not been set into jewelry.

American and International Clients: Your exchange rate is calculated on the day of transaction. In addition, you receive an Export Discount of 7%.

The Export Discount of 7% is independent of the currency exchange calculation.

Returns

If you'd like more information about returns, please contact me at: billkent@islandnet.com

My name is Bill Kent. My life's work has been grading,
evaluating and importing.precious gems..

Using a precise and reliable gemological microscope,...
I select untreated sapphires.that have only the smallest of inclusions.and I determine the untreated status.of sapphires.based on these very, very slight inclusions...

I'm a Graduate Gemologist comprehensively.trained in.Gem Identification.and.Gem Grading
by the Gemological.Institute of America,.with additional training in Gem and Jewelry Appraisal...

My training at The Asian Institute of Gemological.Sciences,.Bangkok,.Thailand included.Advanced.Techniques in determining Gem Treatments and Gem Identification.. I personally guarantee the. authenticity.and freedom. from.heat treatment of every. sapphire on this site..

In addition, each of these sapphires has been examined by highly trained, ..
experienced gemologists in the.leading gemological laboratory in Sri Lanka. .
Precise and thorough examination.by highly-qualified gemological experts .
guarantees you'll receive a sapphire.free of heat-treatment.
.
Sri Lanka is the island-nation near the southern tip of India and is the world's .
primary producer of superior quality sapphires.. .
Sri Lankan origin of a sapphire doesn't indicate freedom from treatment.. .
Heat treatment of sapphires is now widespread in Sri Lanka. ..

Every sapphire on this site is a unique.creation of nature. Each gem on this site
contains its own, one-of-a-kind.pattern of.
natural, unaltered inclusions.indicating freedom from treatment..

Each gem-description contains the phrase: 'Untreated sapphire as indicated by...'.
giving you information about each gem's inclusions...
Natural, unaltered inclusions are permanent indicators.of the untreated.
status of your sapphire. With proper magnification,.you can see for yourself!.
Unmodified, natural inclusions are indelible.hallmarks of natural, untreated sapphires!..

Your untreated sapphire has its own
unique internal pattern.that forever indicates its untreated status..

When examined under a gemological microscope, virtually every sapphire
will reveal some inclusions...

Very small (microscopic) inclusions have virtually no impact on the value
of coloured gems, including sapphires...

Large inclusions reduce value. My inventory of sapphires is free of large inclusions...

I select your untreated sapphire using rigorous gem clarity standards.
I select only sapphires of a very high degree of purity. .
so you'll enjoy the satisfaction..
of owning a rare and beautiful untreated sapphire of superior quality!...

I make frequent trips to Sri Lanka to select sapphires at the mines. .
Here we're using an ancient technique for separating rough gems from muddy gravel.
excavated from the mines--the first step in the long journey.
your untreated sapphire travels to you. My hands-on approach saves you money!.

Actively selecting untreated sapphires at the mines .
lays the foundation for giving you the best value from the very beginning..

Proportion Grading Of Gemstones

Good proportions in gems are found when the crown angles and pavilion angles.
are within acceptable ranges, resulting in the pavilion (bottom)..
and the crown (top) of the stone being neither too deep nor too shallow...

Proportions are more important in diamond grading.
than in colored stone grading..

Excellent proportions are essential to the beauty of a diamond.
because proportions determine how light is reflected from the surface..
of the diamond and how light is refracted from within it...
The entire visual impact of a diamond is created..
by light rays reflected from its surface and refracted from within it..

In all colored stones (all gems other than diamonds),.color is a more important contributor
to the gem's beauty than proportions...


Each individual piece of sapphire 'rough' (the uncut, unpolished gem material as
it's found in the mine) has its own unique shape.

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Some sapphire rough yields maximum weight if the pavilion is cut shallow.
and some yields the most weight if the pavilion is cut deep. ..

The cutter of sapphires saves as much weight from the rough .
sapphire crystal as possible while producing the most beautiful finished gem...
The best way to cut the largest possible gem is to plan proportions and set angles..
that are most appropriate for each piece of rough...

Bill Kent G.G.

Training

William Kent Corporation

P O Box 5544 ...Victoria.. BC ..Canada .V8R 6S4

Tel: ..250-595-6024

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