Warning: Synthetic padparadscha sapphires sold as natural in the trade

During testing at GRS we have encountered an orangy-pink sapphire reminiscent of heated padparadscha. An 8.60 ct example was identified as synthetic during high-tech testing, identified as containing Cr and Ni concentrations, and a broad infrared band around 3000 cm^-1. Although the customer was informed of the stone being synthetic, it might be possible that the stone is offered in the market as natural.

Please always verify all GRS gemstone reports online using our verification system to confirm the authenticity of reports.