Gem quality sapphires found

A 4.29 tonne sample from the Beluga sapphire project near Kimmirut has produced 3.39 kilograms of sapphires – including some sapphires of gem and near gem quality – a “remarkably robust” amount, according to a news release from True North Gems, who are exploring the site.

“The results from mini-bulk sampling are extremely encouraging,” said True North’s chief operating officer, William Rohtert.