Where to buy authentic blue sapphires in Colombo.

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Oliver C.5 rep1
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We want to buy a loose sapphire. How do we avoid getting scammed by fake glass.

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Oliver C.5 rep1

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To buy authentic blue sapphires in Colombo without any risk of being scammed, you must completely ignore the random street touts or tuk tuk drivers offering to take you to a special shop. Always go to highly reputable, established jewelers.

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Ruwan M.9070 rep1

Crucially, you must explicitly demand a certificate of authenticity from the National Gem and Jewellery Authority of Sri Lanka for any stone you purchase. Reputable shops will provide this instantly.

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Amali K.9250 rep1

Shops like Zam Gems, Tiesh, and Premadasa Jewelers are extremely trustworthy. They have been in business for decades and strictly sell genuine, ethically sourced stones.

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Nishantha D.8530 rep1

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