A 5.56ct untreated pink purple sapphire from Afghanistan, photographed among white coral. Its hexagonal portrait cut reveals a striking six-rayed arrangement of dark mineral inclusions within translucent violet-pink crystal.
Close-up of a 5.56ct Afghan sapphire held between jeweler's tweezers. Soft lighting reveals its violet-pink coloration, black radial inclusions, and geometric hexagonal portrait cut.
An untreated 5.56ct Afghan sapphire photographed against deep blue, emphasizing its lavender-purple transparency and natural black radial inclusions. The portrait cut preserves the stone's striking internal pattern.
Macro photograph of a 5.56ct untreated Afghan sapphire, revealing intricate dark mineral inclusions, subtle bronze reflections, and translucent pink-purple zones within its hexagonal portrait cut.
A 5.56ct untreated pink purple sapphire from Afghanistan displayed on fingers for scale. Its broad hexagonal portrait cut showcases the dramatic natural inclusion pattern across a nearly 13 mm face-up silhouette.
Discover the internal architecture of a 5.56ct untreated Afghan sapphire through close-up tweezer footage. The hexagonal portrait cut reveals a remarkable six-rayed pattern of dark inclusions against translucent lavender and orchid-pink crystal. Its distinctive natural markings make this sapphire an exceptional choice for collectors and custom jewelry designers.
Explore a 5.56ct untreated pink purple sapphire from Afghanistan featuring a distinctive trapiche-like inclusion pattern. Displayed on the hand for scale, its broad hexagonal portrait cut reveals dark mineral inclusions radiating through translucent violet-pink crystal. An unusual collector's gemstone for bespoke jewelry, statement rings, and artistic pendants.
A 5.56ct untreated pink purple sapphire from Afghanistan, photographed among white coral. Its hexagonal portrait cut reveals a striking six-rayed arrangement of dark mineral inclusions within translucent violet-pink crystal.
Close-up of a 5.56ct Afghan sapphire held between jeweler's tweezers. Soft lighting reveals its violet-pink coloration, black radial inclusions, and geometric hexagonal portrait cut.
An untreated 5.56ct Afghan sapphire photographed against deep blue, emphasizing its lavender-purple transparency and natural black radial inclusions. The portrait cut preserves the stone's striking internal pattern.
Macro photograph of a 5.56ct untreated Afghan sapphire, revealing intricate dark mineral inclusions, subtle bronze reflections, and translucent pink-purple zones within its hexagonal portrait cut.
A 5.56ct untreated pink purple sapphire from Afghanistan displayed on fingers for scale. Its broad hexagonal portrait cut showcases the dramatic natural inclusion pattern across a nearly 13 mm face-up silhouette.
Discover the internal architecture of a 5.56ct untreated Afghan sapphire through close-up tweezer footage. The hexagonal portrait cut reveals a remarkable six-rayed pattern of dark inclusions against translucent lavender and orchid-pink crystal. Its distinctive natural markings make this sapphire an exceptional choice for collectors and custom jewelry designers.
Explore a 5.56ct untreated pink purple sapphire from Afghanistan featuring a distinctive trapiche-like inclusion pattern. Displayed on the hand for scale, its broad hexagonal portrait cut reveals dark mineral inclusions radiating through translucent violet-pink crystal. An unusual collector's gemstone for bespoke jewelry, statement rings, and artistic pendants.

5.56CT Trapiche Sapphire: Pink Purple Black Hexagon Portrait Cut

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Specifications:

  • Gemstone: Sapphire
  • Color: Pink Purple Black
  • Weight: 5.56 carats
  • Shape & Cut: Hexagon Portrait
  • Dimensions (mm): 12.90 x 11.90 x 2.90
  • Origin: Afghanistan
  • Treatment: None

In Natural Light

Soft orchid pink and lavender-purple form the translucent body of this unusual Afghan sapphire. Across its surface, dark mineral inclusions radiate from a concentrated center, creating a striking six-rayed pattern reminiscent of a pressed botanical specimen.

In diffused light, the inclusions appear almost black against the violet crystal. Under stronger illumination, delicate bronze and silvery reflections emerge within the dark areas, revealing an intricate network of natural textures. The contrast gives the stone a distinctly organic presence, with each ray retaining its own irregular character.

The Lapidary's Eye

The hexagonal portrait cut was chosen to celebrate the sapphire's internal structure rather than conceal it. Its broad, nearly uninterrupted face allows the radiating inclusions to remain the central feature, while the six-sided outline echoes their natural arrangement.

At just 2.90 mm deep, the stone presents an expansive 12.90 × 11.90 mm face-up silhouette. The restrained faceting and transparent edges frame the inclusion pattern like a miniature work of art.

An exceptional candidate for a bespoke pendant, statement ring, or collector's piece where the sapphire's unusual internal architecture can remain fully visible.

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