Different Types Of Gemstones

Montana sapphires are naturally occurring gemstones discovered in Montana in the 1860s. Initially overlooked, they gained popularity in the 1890s due to their beautiful coloring and clarity. These sapphires are mined in several regions of Montana, including Yogo Gulch, Upper Rock Creek, El Dorado Bar, and Spokane Bar along the Missouri River. Mining operations are typically small-scale and environmentally conscious, with most stones being mined and cut within the USA, ensuring they are conflict-free.

Montana sapphires are known for their diverse range of colors, often exhibiting high clarity. While traditional blue sapphires exist, they are also found in shades of teal, seafoam green, lavender, deep violet, light to vivid pink, lemon to golden yellow, peach to vibrant orange, and even gray to colorless. Some stones can also display parti-colors or color shifts depending on the lighting. The most well-known color is a rich teal.  

Montana sapphires are perhaps famous for their natural "cornflower blue" color and exceptional clarity. Untreated Montana sapphires are highly prized, and many believe their natural qualities surpass heat-treated stones. Due to their naturally intense blue hue, they typically do not require heat treatment.