Is this the world’s biggest Sapphire?
by Rukshana Rizwie
Less than a fortnight after the discovery of the world’s largest Star
Sapphire in Sri Lanka, a gem merchant from Beruwala is claiming to have
found a 2,476 karat Blue Sapphire, making it the world’s largest
Sapphire discovered so far.
The previous largest Sapphire, named Star of Adam Sapphire, weighed a
mere 1404 karats, 1072 karats lighter than the newest find.
Reportedly, the egg shaped 3 ½ inches long Blue Sapphire, the value
of which is yet to be estimated, had been found in Elahera. It is said
to look similar to the Star of Adam with fibre reflecting light into the
distinctive star pattern.
A leading gem and jewellery dealer in Colombo, Armil Samoon, said
while the stone may be big in size, it’s the quality that would matter
the most. “The beauty, rarity and durability are what ultimately
translate to a quality gemstone,” he said adding though it could be the
biggest stone, the value of it will depend on its quality.
The Star of Adam Sapphire was valued at $300 million. |