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 Post subject: Photomicrography of Sapphire
PostPosted: Tue Mar 25, 2008 1:21 am 
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A picture that I took recently of an exploded crystal in blue sapphire.

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Welcome Erik!
Awesome picture.
Tell us a little about the sapphire.
I'm presuming that explosion was due to heat treatment, right?


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It appeared that heat treatment was the cause of the expolsion.

The stone was approximately 2 1/2 carats and oval shaped. I no longer own the stone, so I must be vague on the specs.

It was brought to me by a co-worker as we have many gemologists in the store and all know my passion for beautiful inclusions. :D

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Erik, you don't by any chance work on Hamilton Ave, do you?


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Yes, I do Karim.

Long time no see my friend! I hope all is well with you!

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All is well indeed. In case you don't recognize it, that stone to my left should look familiar. :)


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It looks familiar indeed! Great picture by the way! :D

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I wish I could take credit, that photo is courtesy of Pala Gems. By the way, I don't know if you were around to see the finished product, but that Alex ring you guys mounted up for me was a huge hit... my client's wife was blown away.


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Unfortunately I did not get to see it before the ring was picked up, however Maia did mention that it turned out awesome! :D

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Erik...

...A fine pic! AND, I found your website, registered, and look forward to its development.

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Eric,

Some excellent images!

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