Collection: Padparadscha Sapphire
Padparadscha sapphires are considered the rarest and most sought-after varieties within the sapphire family. Their delicate blend of lotus flower pink and sunny orange makes them extremely exclusive and valuable gemstones.
Key properties of the Padparadscha sapphire:
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Hardness: 9 on the Mohs scale – ideal for high-quality jewelry and everyday wear.
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Color: A fine balance between pink and orange – real padparadschas display a soft, warm color mix.
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Transparency: High-quality padparadschas are brilliant and show even color saturation without dominant secondary colors.
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Locations: Originally Sri Lanka (Ceylon), rarely also in Madagascar and Tanzania – Ceylon padparadschas are considered the most valuable.
Padparadscha sapphire as an investment:
Genuine padparadschas are extremely rare. Their market value has increased significantly in recent years, especially for natural, untreated stones from Sri Lanka.
Market development:
Auctions show that top examples can fetch high six-figure sums. The combination of extremely limited supply and high collector passion consistently drives prices upwards.
Padparadscha sapphire at Valoterna:
Valoterna offers selected Padparadscha sapphires with certified origin and excellent color harmony – a symbol of the highest rarity and sustainable value creation.
Effect of the Padparadscha Sapphire:
Padparadscha is said to have a harmonizing and vitalizing effect. It represents creativity, joy, and spiritual renewal.
