0.47 Ct. Greenish Blue Sapphire from Madagascar

This elegant greenish blue sapphire weighs 0.47 carat, and presents as a round shape with precise dimensions of 4.40 by 4.41 by 3.09 mm. The stone is transparent, and has been cut to a mixed brilliant style to balance brightness and depth. The mixed brilliant cut combines a brilliant faceted crown with a pavilion that can incorporate both brilliant and step facets, creating a lively play of light while preserving color saturation. At the face up view the gem displays a medium intense color, a hue that sits between classic blue and a subtle green tone, which gives it a contemporary and versatile appearance. Polishing has been executed to an excellent standard, allowing crisp facets and clean facet junctions that enhance the visual crispness and scintillation. The clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which for educated buyers means small inclusions are present but do not detract from the overall visual appeal or the gem body color.

Color and origin are central to a sapphires identity, and this stone comes from Madagascar, a source that has produced many notable sapphires with attractive tones and competitive quality. The greenish blue hue of this sapphire is particularly appealing because it offers depth without overpowering saturation, making the gem adaptable to different lighting conditions and complementary to various metal choices. Sapphires can exhibit subtle pleochroism, and a well cut stone like this one will show gentle shifts in tone as it is viewed from different angles. The medium intense color intensity ensures that the gem reads richly in most settings, while avoiding the overly dark appearance that can occur when a stone is heavily saturated. The enhancement applied is heat treated, a standard and widely accepted practice in the industry, used to improve clarity and bring out the best balance of tone and saturation. Heat treatment is stable and permanent, and disclosure of this treatment is part of our commitment to full transparency.

Clarity and cutting quality work together to determine both the beauty and the practical value of a sapphire, and this example offers a strong combination for a discerning buyer. Very slightly included at eye level indicates that inclusions are minor to the extent that they are unlikely to be visible without magnification or to affect structural integrity, which matters to buyers concerned with longevity and daily wear. Corundum is the mineral family that includes sapphire, and its hardness of 9 on the Mohs scale makes it an excellent choice for rings, pendants, and everyday jewelry. The mixed brilliant cut enhances perceived size by optimizing the face up area relative to total weight, which can be especially beneficial at smaller carat weights like 0.47 carat. Excellent polish improves the way light returns to the viewer and enhances the gem brilliance, contributing to the overall perceived value. For an educated buyer comparing cut, polish, clarity and origin, this sapphire demonstrates sensible trade offs and quality decisions that prioritize optical performance and practical wearability.

Presented by The Natural Sapphire Company, this greenish blue 0.47 carat sapphire makes a striking and meaningful gift for someone special. Its unique hue reads as sophisticated and modern, and its durable nature makes it well suited for a cherished piece that will be worn and admired daily. The modest carat weight and classic round profile provide versatility for a number of settings, from a refined solitaire ring to a delicate pendant or a pair of matched studs. Paired with yellow gold the green undertones will glow warmly, while white gold or platinum will emphasize the blue component and deliver a cooler, more contemporary look. At The Natural Sapphire Company we provide clear information about origin, enhancements, and grading so that gift buyers can present a gem with confidence and provenance. If you would like guidance on complementary settings, mounting recommendations, or bespoke design options to make this sapphire into a personalized gift, our team is available to advise every step of the way, ensuring that the final piece reflects both the beauty of the stone and the sentiment behind the gift.