Bi-Colour Purple-Magenta Sapphire Specimen, 10 x 8 x 4.25 mm, from British Columbia, Canada

This raw corundum specimen features a striking purple-magenta sapphire crystal that was collected from a high-alpine occurrence in the Revelstoke region of British Columbia by the late prospector Herb Hyder. This unique piece highlights exceptional Canadian gem geochemistry.

This specimen features the broken half of a well-defined, semi-transparent hexagonal corundum crystal with a unique stepped crystal face. The angled back (shown on the Queen Elizabeth side of the coin) props the specimen up at a nice angle for viewing. Under ultraviolet light, it glows a vivid bright red to magenta pink fluorescence, reflecting its chromium-bearing composition. These sapphire crystals would be set raw into jewelry with a careful hand. 

Weight: 2.80 CT

Dimensions: 10.0 x 8.0 x 4.25 mm

This specimen ships in a small gem box for protection.