Sapphire Buying Guide
Sapphires are magnificent gemstones that can be set in jewellery, collected, or held as an investment. If you are considering buying a sapphire, here are a few factors to take into account to help you make the right choice:
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Colour: colour is one of the most important factors when buying a sapphire.
Blue sapphires are the most popular, but they also exist in other colours, such as yellow, pink, green and purple. Make sure you choose a colour you personally love. The nuances of the hue also matter: for blue sapphires, a royal blue will not command the same price as a cornflower… -
Shape: consider the cut you want for your sapphire depending on how you will use it and the shape you prefer (oval, cushion, princess, pear, Asscher…).
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Clarity: a sapphire's clarity describes the transparency of the stone and the presence of any flaws or inclusions. High-quality sapphires generally show few flaws or inclusions visible to the naked eye.
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Certificate of authenticity: make sure you buy a sapphire accompanied by a certificate issued by a renowned gemmological laboratory. This certificate guarantees that the stone is genuine and describes its characteristics.
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Origin: consider a sapphire's origin, as it can affect both quality and price. Taking blue sapphire as an example, the most prized are those from Kashmir, followed by Myanmar and then Sri Lanka…
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Price: sapphire prices vary considerably depending on the quality of the stone and the criteria described above.
In short, to buy a quality sapphire, it is important to consider colour, cut, clarity, the certificate of authenticity, origin, and price. 
It is also advisable to buy from trusted sellers and to check with gemmology professionals to avoid scams.
