5.10-Carat Natural Grey Star Sapphire

ESTIMATED RETAIL PRICE: $950* *This is the estimated value a piece of similar quality, craftsmanship, and characteristics could command at retail. Asterism requires rutile needles to align along three axes inside the corundum crystal as it grows — an accident of nature that cannot be manufactured, and the reason a complete six-rayed star commands a premium over a weak or partial one. Grey is the scarcer body color in star sapphire, where blue and black dominate the market, and the cool silvery tone here lets the star read with unusual clarity. At 5.10 carats the stone has the dome size to carry the effect at arm's length. Summary of Key Characteristics • Gemstone(s): Natural grey star sapphire, approximately 5.10 carats, displaying a translucent cool silvery-grey body tone with dense rutile silk that produces a distinct, complete six-rayed star across the dome • Measurements: 9.81 x 9.59 x 5.08 mm • Condition: This 5.10-carat round natural grey star sapphire cabochon is structurally intact. Face-up, the dome retains a bright, smooth polish accented by subtle internal hexagonal growth zoning, with only minor natural surface characteristics—including tiny pits along the lower-right flank, a small pinpoint dimple near the upper-left star ray, and slight edge roughness along the upper-right perimeter. On the reverse, the rounded, native-cut unpolished base exhibits typical natural features, including a prominent black mineral inclusion cluster near the center and several rough growth cavities with orange-brown iron staining scattered across the lower half and rim. Buyer's Premium Notice A minimum Buyer's Premium of $100 applies to this lot. Where the standard percentage premium would be less than $100, the $100 minimum will apply. All other Buyer's Premium terms remain in effect. Global Shipping With customers in over 100 countries, we provide fully insured global shipping, expertly arranged by our team. The shipping costs, determined based on the insured value of the package and its destination, will be calculated post-auction and added to your invoice. Please note, VAT, duties, or any additional charges related to international shipping are not included in these costs and remain the responsibility of the buyer. Post-Auction Support As a full-service auction house, we take pride in the comprehensive range of post-auction services we offer, including ring resizing, stone replacement, and repair work. It's part of our commitment to ensure a seamless transaction and to cater to your needs even after the gavel falls. However, please note that the applicability of certain services may vary depending on the specifics of the lot. If you have any questions or need additional information such as a cost estimate, we encourage you to reach out to us. Property Sold As-Is Please be aware that all lots are sold "As Is". We do not guarantee that the lot is in pristine condition or devoid of imperfections, or wear and tear that is consistent with the age of the item. It falls under the buyer's responsibility to inspect the lot or request additional photos and condition details prior to bidding. Bidding Guidelines Please remember that once you have placed a bid on FORTUNA's platform, it cannot be retracted or reduced. Buyer's Premium A tiered buyer's premium applies to all winning bids:28% on the first $10,000, 24% on $10,001–$100,000, and 12% on any amount exceeding $100,000. The buyer's premium is not included in the online bid value. A minimum premium of $100 per lot applies. Purchases made through LiveAuctioneers are subject to an additional 5% platform fee, added to the buyer’s premium rates outlined above. Sales Tax We collect sales tax for lots shipped to the following states within the US: CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, MI, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, and VA. Conditions of Sale We encourage all potential bidders to consult our Conditions of Sale for comprehensive details. By placing a bid, you acknowledge that you have read and are bound by these conditions. Contact Us For further assistance or inquiries, please contact us at info@fortunaauction.com or call (212) 389-9040. For international calls (outside of the US) and all text messages, please use WhatsApp to reach us at +1 212-389-9040.

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