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From: Helen Hill
Date: Sun Oct 07 04:55:37 2007
 
     
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Was: Using the term semi precious gems

Dear Andrew,

>     Of course, then they'd have to think of another marketing
>     description for pink corundum - anybody want to buy some
>     "albino-eye" rubies? 

    Sorry, it was I who was guilty of the "pigeon blood red" ruby faux
    pas and I humbly stand corrected and suitably reprimanded (I speak
    sincerely but also a little tongue in cheek, ie. I don't take such
    corrections personally - at least not anymore). 

    However, this brings up what will probably be yet another of my
    stupid questions (yes I know there are no such things). When talking
    of pink corundum, where does one draw the line between the paler,
    pinkish rubies and pink sapphire? Is it a pink sapphire if it's clear
    and a pink ruby if it's opaque? I don't wish to open any worm cans
    but it does puzzle me slightly and I'm sure someone out there knows
    the simple answer. 

Helen
UK
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