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Emerald Cut Padparadscha Sapphire

A emerald cut cut is a step cut with long facets and a glassy, hall-of-mirrors look that rewards clarity. In Padparadscha Sapphire (orange, pink, salmon, Mohs 9) it brings out warm, glowing color.

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Why the emerald cut cut works for Padparadscha Sapphire

A step cut with long facets and a glassy, hall-of-mirrors look that rewards clarity. Padparadscha Sapphire has the brightness to carry a emerald cut step cut, where clean facets matter more than fire. At Mohs 9, Padparadscha Sapphire holds a crisp emerald cut outline and stands up to everyday wear. Treatment to expect: heat treatment (common).

Other Padparadscha Sapphire cuts

Round Padparadscha SapphireOval Padparadscha SapphireCushion Padparadscha SapphirePrincess Padparadscha SapphirePear Padparadscha Sapphire

More on this stone: Padparadscha Sapphire overview, price guide, and the emerald cut cut guide across stones.

Frequently asked questions

Does Padparadscha Sapphire look good in a emerald cut cut?
Yes. Padparadscha Sapphire has the brightness to carry a emerald cut step cut, where clean facets matter more than fire. It is hard enough to hold a crisp outline.
How much does a emerald cut Padparadscha Sapphire cost?
Padparadscha Sapphire runs about $500 to $8,000 per carat. Step cuts like this can run a little less than round.
What setting suits a emerald cut Padparadscha Sapphire?
Padparadscha Sapphire pairs well with yellow gold, rose gold, white gold. A solitaire keeps it simple.