Generally speaking, the most valuable and expensive Sapphire colors are padparadscha, followed by rare medium to dark tones of purple, pink, and green. However, rarity is not the only factor – cut, clarity, size, and historical importance also affect price. Large fine-quality pure blue Sapphires can still command top prices, as that hue is the traditional precious gem variety. You can expect a wide price mix depending on quality and origin.
Here is a table comparing average per carat prices of some popular Sapphire colors:
Color | Average Price/Carat |
| Blue | $150-350 |
| Pink | $300-700 |
| Purple | $700-1,200 |
| Yellow | $100-250 |
| Green | $150-350 |
| Orange | $500-1,000 |
| Padparadscha | $3,000-10,000+ |