Front view of a dark blue-gray blocky sapphire crystal mounted upright on a black display base

Sapphire Rough Crystal from Madagascar

$19.00
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Front view of a dark blue-gray blocky sapphire crystal mounted upright on a black display base
  • Front view of a dark blue-gray blocky sapphire crystal mounted upright on a black display base
  • Dark blue-gray sapphire crystal shown upright beneath a clear display cover
  • Reverse view of the blocky sapphire crystal showing dark blue-gray color and pale surface marks
  • Side view of the rough sapphire crystal with worn edges and a charcoal-blue face
  • Angled view of the upright sapphire crystal showing its blocky profile and gray-blue surface
  • Front view of a dark blue-gray blocky sapphire crystal mounted upright on a black display base
  • Dark blue-gray sapphire crystal shown upright beneath a clear display cover
  • Reverse view of the blocky sapphire crystal showing dark blue-gray color and pale surface marks
  • Side view of the rough sapphire crystal with worn edges and a charcoal-blue face
  • Angled view of the upright sapphire crystal showing its blocky profile and gray-blue surface
Sapphire Rough Crystal from Madagascar

Sapphire Rough Crystal from Madagascar

$19.00

About This Specimen

This compact sapphire specimen from Madagascar presents as a dark blue-gray, roughly blocky crystal with subdued faces and pale weathered markings across its surface. Its upright proportions and distinct color zoning from charcoal blue to gray give the small piece a strong thumbnail-scale presence.

Specimen Details

  • Mineral / Specimen Type: Sapphire variety of corundum; rough mineral specimen
  • Locality: Madagascar
  • Form & Structure: Rough, blocky single crystal with truncated ends, worn edges, and irregular surface texture
  • Color: Dark blue-gray to charcoal blue with lighter gray areas and scattered pale surface markings
  • Rarity: Uncommon as a natural collectible sapphire crystal of this form; sapphire as a mineral variety is not inherently rare
  • Mohs Hardness: 9
  • Luster: Dull to subvitreous on the photographed surfaces; corundum may show vitreous to adamantine luster on fresher faces
  • Chemical Formula: Al₂O₃
  • Specimen Size: Thumbnail
  • Dimensions: 1.5 × 1.2 × 1.9 cm
  • Specimen Weight: 9.7 g (mineral only)
  • Total / Display Weight: 60 g

About Sapphire

Sapphire is a gem variety of corundum, an aluminum oxide mineral in the trigonal crystal system. Corundum ranks 9 on the Mohs scale, making it one of the hardest naturally occurring minerals; trace elements can produce blue and many other sapphire colors, while red corundum is classified as ruby.

Traditional & Metaphysical Associations

In crystal and spiritual traditions, blue sapphire is associated with wisdom, focus, integrity, and thoughtful intention. Some collectors use it as a symbolic meditation or display stone connected with clarity and self-discipline. Metaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for cultural and informational purposes; they are not scientifically established or intended as medical advice.

Why This Specimen?

The crystal's compact upright profile, deep blue-gray body color, and naturally worn texture create a rugged display aesthetic. Its nearly two-centimeter height makes it well suited to a thumbnail collection.

Exact specimen pictured. You will receive the exact specimen shown in the photographs.

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