Sapphire Buying Tips

When buying a Sapphire, Color is the single most important factor in determining the value or preciousness of a sapphire. Sapphire color is more important than its clarity. Sapphires are rarely clean and even very expensive stones can be slightly included. Subtle differences in color can make great variations in valuations of fine sapphires. Fine gemstones of good color and clarity are always rare and valuable. Highly saturated medium or medium dark tones are best. Sapphires which are too dark or too light are worth considerably less.