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Description
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Shippinig and Return
Product Overview
This is an oval cut sphene gemstone, also known as titanite, with full fire and natural color. It weighs 1.00 carat and measures 08 x 06 x 3.5 mm, giving it a notably thin profile. It comes from the Himalayan Range, Skardu, Pakistan, part of our Sphene Gemstones collection. The stone is natural sphene with no treatment.
Specifications
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Weight | 1.00 CT |
| Dimensions | 08 x 06 x 3.5 mm |
| Shape | Oval Cut |
| Treatment | Natural Sphene |
| Origin | Himalayan Range, Skardu, Pakistan |
| Hardness | 5 to 5.6 |
| Birthstone | March |
What Makes This Gemstone Relevant
This full fire titanite sphene stands out for its thin depth (3.5mm) relative to its face size, which can suit a lower-profile ring setting compared to some of our other sphene cuts. For background on how cut and proportions affect a gemstone's look, see our guide on gemstone cuts explained. As the March birthstone, it's also relevant for spring birthday jewelry; see our birthstone by month guide. This piece sits within our broader Loose Gemstones collection.
Buying Considerations
Sphene's hardness of 5 to 5.6 means a natural sphene gemstone like this one is best set in a protective bezel or halo setting rather than a fully exposed prong, to help protect the stone during daily wear. Given its thinner cut (3.5mm), a setting that fully supports the pavilion is also worth discussing with your jeweler. This stone ships with economy shipping.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this sphene gemstone natural or treated?
It is natural sphene, with no treatment applied.
Where does this sphene gemstone come from?
The Himalayan Range, Skardu, Pakistan.
Is a 3.5mm depth thin for a sphene gemstone this size?
Yes, relative to its 08 x 06 mm face, this is a shallower cut than some other sphene stones in our range, which can suit a lower-profile ring setting.
Returns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.
When you place an order, we will estimate shipping and delivery dates for you based on the availability of your items and the shipping options you choose. Depending on the shipping provider you choose, shipping date estimates may appear on the shipping quotes page.
Please also note that the shipping rates for many items we sell are weight-based. The weight of any such item can be found on its detail page. To reflect the policies of the shipping companies we use, all weights will be rounded up to the next full pound.
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