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Pink Sapphire
Corundum (Al2O3)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 9 on the Mohs scale, vibrant pink color, vitreous to adamantine luster, trigonal crystal system, and no cleavage with conchoidal fracture.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 9 on the Mohs scale, vibrant pink color, vitreous to adamantine luster, trigonal crystal system, and no cleavage with conchoidal fracture.
Formation & geological history
Formed in metamorphic or igneous rocks, specifically aluminum-rich and silica-poor environments like marble and syenite, over millions of years.
Uses & applications
Primarily used in high-end fine jewelry, watch components, and industrial bearings.
Geological facts
Sapphires belong to the corundum mineral species, and any corundum that is not red (which is a ruby) is classified as a sapphire.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its extreme hardness, high density, and distinctive pink hue. Commonly mined in Sri Lanka, Madagascar, and East Africa.
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