Thoughts on this sapphire?

[Brightshiny]

I love the color, not sure about the cut. What am I looking at?
1.67ct, $833 USD

 

[Dreamer_D]

It had color zoning, are you on w that? I think it looks pretty though I my experience purple sapphires in this color can go quite dark in some lighting.

 

[Autumn in New England]

Cut looks nice to me! Did you see a video?

 

[ShinyPink]

I think it's lovely and fun! I've often sacrificed on cut to get color, but it doesn't seem to be an issue here.

 

[Timor]

Love the color in the pic! If that’s how it looks most of the time I think it’s a great stone

 

[Avondale]

Cut looks good. I think this type of colour zoning, pink with blue, was specific for Tanzania, at least I believe I’ve read so on Gene’s website (if I’m wrong, someone correct me).

Ask to see it in different lights so that you know how it shifts and behaves. If you like it, go for it.

 

[Odyssey44]

I really like that cut!

 

[toomuchB]

Cut looks good. I think this type of colour zoning, pink with blue, was specific for Tanzania, at least I believe I’ve read so on Gene’s website (if I’m wrong, someone correct me).

I believe you are correct, I've wanted something like this for a while.

1.66 ct. Tanzanian Ruby-Sapphire - The Gem Trader Rare Gems — The Gem Trader

www.thegemtrader.com

Very pretty piece, OP! There is some more info in this thread where Gene weighed in.

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Thread 'What is the official name of half-ruby half-sapphire stones?'

Aug 8, 2012

I have seen them referred to as Winza Corundum or Winza Ruby. Is there another name, and are they really uncommon? Also, where can I find some? Googling hasn't turned up much, but I'm also not sure if I'm searching for the right term.

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