Sapphires
 

Sapphires

Known globally as the "gemstone capital of the world," Bangkok, Thailand is the epicenter of the world's finest colored gemstones. Tom Shane, an internationally well-respected authority on sapphires, travels to Bangkok throughout the year to personally hand-select every sapphire. He has many of the stones re-cut to maximize their beauty and value. And, only the most beautiful sapphires with the highest quality make it to Shane Co. stores.


 

Shapes

Shane Co. carries the widest range of shapes, including traditional round and nontraditional shapes.


 

Color

In addition to traditional blue, Shane Co. also sources colors found less frequently, such as yellow, green, lavender, pink, orange, black and white, as well as lighter shades of blue.


 

Facts

Family: Corundum
Hardness: 9.0
Origin: Thailand, Sri Lanka, Africa, Australia, Montana and Kashmir, India
Care & Cleaning: Soapy water only; no harsh chemicals


 

Legends & Lores

The ancient Persians believed Earth rested on a great sapphire, the reflection of which gave the sky its blue color. It is also known as a "royal gem” of truth, sincerity, faithfulness and even long-lasting love.


 

Heat Treating

Sapphires commonly undergo treatments (typically heat treatment, either with or without beryllium) to intensify the stone’s natural color. These treatments are permanent. We will never sell a stone that was glass filled or otherwise treated with something not permanent. Every Shane Co. stone is guaranteed for life under our warranty.