1.17 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Blue Sapphire Pair from Madagascar

This pair of oval blue sapphires from Madagascar presents an unusually close match in weight, dimensions, cut, clarity and color, a combination that is exceptionally rare in natural sapphire pairs. Individually the stones weigh 0.56 carats and 0.61 carats, with dimensions 6.12 by 4.08 by 2.50 millimeters and 6.12 by 4.09 by 2.60 millimeters, and they are cut as mixed brilliant ovals. The mixed brilliant style combines a modified brilliant crown with a step influenced pavilion to balance sparkle and color depth, and in these stones the faceting has been executed to consistent table diameters and pavilion angles to preserve matched light performance. Clarity has been assessed as very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, meaning inclusions are minimal and do not interfere with light transmission or color saturation under normal viewing. Color intensity is vivid, the blue displays strong saturation with even tone across the table, and the subtle pleochroic behavior typical of corundum is well controlled by the cutter to avoid visible zoning in faceted view. The polish is excellent, contributing to crisp facet junctions and strong return of light.

Finding two sapphires that pair so closely in optical properties and physical measurements is uncommon because rough material is heterogeneous, crystal orientations vary, and heat treatment response can differ from stone to stone, so the ability to match oval outline, depth profile and vivid color while preserving clarity is a mark of both high quality rough and careful lapidary control. These sapphires have been heat treated, a standard and stable enhancement that optimizes color and clarity without compromising durability, and their origin in Madagascar accounts for the intense blue and crystal character. For use as matched earrings or as a matched pair in a bespoke jewelry setting, these stones will sit uniformly within identical bezels or prongs due to the near identical girdle outline and depth proportions, while the mixed brilliant faceting provides both scintillation and a deep velvety blue in face up view. The Natural Sapphire Company stands behind the technical description and provenance of these gems, and we can provide additional measurements or facet diagrams on request to assist jewellers and connoisseurs in confirming fit and optical pairing.