Kashmir sapphires have commanded record prices for over a century—and mining ended long ago. But most people don’t know the same geological seam continues deep through the Himalayas, shifting in colour as chromium enters the crystal… creating some of the rarest sapphires and rubies on Earth. For years, we have travelled deep into this disputed region, uncovering stones never seen—or documented—before. Now, we present six certified gems that blur the line between Kashmir sapphire and Kashmir ruby

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