Do White Sapphires Turn Cloudy?
Because of their colorlessness, white gems like white sapphires tend to get cloudy faster than colored gems. However, regular at-home cleaning is an easy and quick solution to combat a cloudy appearance. You can clean sapphires with warm soapy water and a soft cloth or toothbrush.

How do you clean cloudy white sapphire?

How to Clean White Sapphire:

  1. Place your white sapphire in a bowl that is filled with warm and soapy water. ...
  2. Let the ring sit for up to 20 minutes.
  3. After the time elapses, you can lift the ring. ...
  4. Rinse the ring with warm water.
  5. To avoid water spots, dry the gem with a soft cloth.

Does white sapphire have a cloud?

Although they're clear in color, white sapphires usually exhibit a cloudy white hue, providing one way to identify them compared to diamonds, topaz and moissanite. White sapphires measure 9 on the Mohs scale of hardness, making them durable enough for everyday wear.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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