Newbie needs info on Sapphire purchase

[auroraborealice]

Hi everyone

I've recently purchased a Sapphire whilst on holiday in Sri Lanka. I don't know a fat lot about coloured stones but couldn't resist buying one while there. Can anyone tell me if I have a good quality item, I've searched online for info but am struggling to find out if I have paid the correct price because there are so many factors. Is it worth me sending it for a valuation?
Hopefully I have done the right thing and can have a ring made one day.

 

[chrono]

I am not familiar with the lab. I also cannot comment on the general quality of the stone without seeing good pictures of it. There is also no mention of treatment.

 

[auroraborealice]

Thanks for the reply

I have tried to take some pics on my phone so they probably won't be good enough

 

[chrono]

A very dark sapphire...do you like it? Love it? Not sure about it?

 

[auroraborealice]

I definitely like it, just worried that I have been ripped off, although it's too late to do anything about it now though! The colour didn't look dark when I purchased it compared to some of the others on sale, the dealer said it's Royal Blue

 

[chrono]

I suggest going for a more open setting. You are right that it is too late to be concerned about what you paid for it since there's nothing you can do about it now.

 

[auroraborealice]

Yes I agree I was thinking something along these lines.

 

[cokitty]

*Disclaimer* This photo isn't great, it is a crop. The original was taken when trying to show a friend yellow/green rings she might want to borrow.*

This is a ring I have of an oval tsavorite with marquise diamonds that BGD made for me in 2011. BGD did a great job and the setting is one that is simple but allows for light to travel through. If you want more angles I could take photos for you.

 

[auroraborealice]

Oh thanks. That is a lovely ring, more angles would be really helpful

 

[cokitty]

Happy to!
The oval in my ring is slightly larger 7.2x5.8mm and the marquise are 9pts each, the setting is platinum size 6.
Sorry the photos are a bit dark, it is tough to get home before it is dark this time of year!

 

[chrono]

The setting you have in mind is beautiful and should show off the sapphire well.

 

[auroraborealice]

Thanks both, you've been really helpful, those pics are great

 

[minousbijoux]

Another vote for a setting like cokitty's, which is just lovely!