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Azard_faza

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Montana Sapphire
« on: December 18, 2024, 05:53:52 PM »
Hello  Aussie Lapidary Forum,

I wanted to make a quick post showing how these sapphires from the Treasure State (Montana) turned out. Here I have these Montana sapphires that I received from a customer from the state of Montana, USA

https://ibb.co/FhNzR22

I am going to cut, polish and set into gold engagement style Rings.
Did you know? In the 1860s Gold prospectors discovered Montana sapphires accidentally in the Missouri river, mistaking them initially for worthless pebbles while panning for gold. Later in 1969 Montana sapphires, along with Montana agates, were officially designated as the state’s gemstone.

These are the Sapphires after Faceting them.

https://ibb.co/NS20nJJ
https://ibb.co/ZXtN2h7

Montana sapphires have been used in fine jewelry collections, including pieces for royalty and high-profile clients worldwide.
And these are the finished jewelry pieces our jewelers made.

https://ibb.co/4RFbfpt
https://ibb.co/crRRVLH
https://ibb.co/26BmKzW
https://ibb.co/GsHjBG3

Let me know what you think of the final results. I’d love to read your feedback.
I also made a video about this on YouTube So, if you are interested in watching a video of this jewelry in action do look up my channel City gems and Jewelry.

Thanks for reading.



 

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