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1.43 Ct. Greenish Blue Zircon from Cambodia
This loose stone ships by May 25
Item ID: | K23564 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 7.35 Width: 5.31 Height: 3.49 |
Weight: | 1.43 Ct. |
Color: help | Greenish Blue |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Cambodia |
Per carat price: help | $240 |
This 1.43 carat transparent oval greenish blue zircon presents exceptional visual and physical qualities for a collector or an educated buyer, with precise dimensions of 7.35 by 5.31 by 3.49 mm and a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes both brilliance and scintillation. The stone exhibits intense color intensity and an excellent polish, attributes that speak to careful cutting and finishing, while its clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating only minor natural features that do not detract from face up appearance. Originating from Cambodia, a notable source of fine zircons, and enhanced by professional heat treatment to stabilize and deepen the greenish blue hue, this gem combines rarity of color with natural provenance, making it attractive for connoisseurs who prioritize documented origins and ethical sourcing. The mixed brilliant cut balances crown and pavilion faceting to deliver lively return of light, and the excellent polish ensures crisp facet junctions and minimal surface luster loss, factors that enhance visual appeal and resale credibility.
From the standpoint of durability and practical wear, zircon is a gem that offers a favorable balance of hardness and brilliance, with a Mohs hardness approximately in the 6.5 to 7.5 range and a strong refractive character that produces lively sparkle and fire. While zircon is not as hard as sapphire or diamond, its toughness and polishability make it well suited for daily jewelry when set thoughtfully, for example in bezel settings or with protective halos that reduce exposure to direct knocks. Routine care is straightforward, using warm soapy water and a soft brush, and avoiding harsh thermal shock, steam cleaning, or ultrasonic machines preserves both the heat treatment and the stone integrity. At The Natural Gemstone Company we recommend this greenish blue oval zircon for rings, pendants, or earrings where its intense color and mixed brilliant cut will be seen and admired daily, provided modest precautions are observed to ensure long term durability and lasting beauty.
