It is always worth a visit to Genuine Gems at the JTC in Bangkok to see the latest pieces from the cutting factory – and this time did not disappoint.
The quality of stones continues to be excellent as always, but this time I was treated to something truly spectacular. These two perfectly paired stones look like they have a gold band insert, but it is in fact a natural geometric pattern formed by pyrite in the gem itself:
Well, it’s been a while. Covid, life priorities, and what-not. But after a long hiatus, here is an update on the price of Gold Sheen Sapphire over the last six months.
In January 2025 APN News reported:
The National Herald reported:
“Prices for high-quality Gold Sheen Sapphires currently start at $6,000 per carat, but experts predict their value could exceed $25,000 per carat in the near future” (Emphasis original)
The Ahmedabad Mirror reported similar prices in July 2025, as did the Indo-Asian News Service in August 2024.
I am currently gathering data from gem retailers on typical street pricing, and I will post that when available.
Gold Sheen Sapphire prices remain stable and Wikipedia article remains inaccurate.