Gray Sapphire

The gray blue sapphire is a variety of corundum which owes its particular nuances, which can be more or less cold, to a certain concentration of titanium and iron. These elements interact differently than those present in the saphir bleu. A sapphire is referred to as “ blue gray ” when the hue is grayed out, but it can appear rather gray tinted with blue or essentially pastel blue, sometimes with an ash or silvery note.

These are often saphirs de Madagascar, but blue gray sapphires also come from several regions of Asia and are found elsewhere, such as in the United States or in several African countries.

The meaning of gray blue sapphire is close to that of the blue sapphire: a stone of wisdom and truth, which is also a symbol of fidelity. If you appreciate these less conventional colors, browse our stones obtained without intermediaries and systematically accompanied by a gemmology certificate.

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Bonnot Paris offers the creation of gray blue sapphire ring and other jewelry, such as pendants and earrings. Not very widespread, this precious stone has been increasingly sought after in recent years, with the evolution of jewelry trends which make room for more desaturated colors. The saphir teal is one of those less vivid or more subtle stones.

Gray blue sapphire is an original stone that jewelers frequently associate with white gold and diamonds, sometimes with platinum. This makes it possible to create modern jewelry, imbued with both great elegance and softness.

Do not hesitate to browse our bijoux en saphir and let yourself be inspired, or contact us, if you are thinking of have a blue gray sapphire jewel created for an engagement, wedding or other special occasion.

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A bluish gray sapphire has a very soft shade, which is ideal for creating jewelry with discreet elegance, while a grayed blue sapphire offers a more intense shade. It will often be favored for rings or pendants with a more retro charm. A blue sapphire tinged with gray works well with yellow gold, which tends to better highlight slightly darker stones.

Good to know: some blue-gray sapphires have a slight green tint. This is a quite sought-after characteristic, which gives a very natural appearance to the stone. Additionally, there are blue-gray star sapphires, often cut in cabochon to enhance the star effect, called “ asterism ” and due to a lack of transparency.

Alongside the dominant color and secondary hues, the shape of the blue-grey sapphire and the quality of the cut are crucial criteria in choosing the stone for a piece of jewelry. The size greatly influences the brilliance and luster of sapphires.

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