description White Sapphire Overview
White sapphire is the colorless, transparent variety of corundum, the mineral that forms ruby and colored sapphires. It has the same high hardness as other sapphire and is used in jewelry, including as a colorless center stone or as an alternative to diamond. Its lack of visible body color results from the absence or low concentration of coloring elements, although internal inclusions can affect clarity. Sri Lanka and Myanmar are recognized sources of gem-quality sapphire.
help White Sapphire FAQ
What is white sapphire made of?
White sapphire is the colorless, transparent variety of corundum. Corundum is also the mineral that forms ruby and colored sapphires.
How hard is white sapphire?
White sapphire has the same high hardness as other sapphire because all sapphire is corundum. This makes it suitable for jewelry that receives regular wear.
Is white sapphire a diamond?
No. White sapphire is colorless corundum, not diamond. It is used as a diamond alternative, but it does not have exactly the same optical appearance or brilliance.
Where is white sapphire used in jewelry?
White sapphire can be used as a colorless center stone or as an accent stone. Its lack of visible body color makes it a practical alternative to diamond in some designs.
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