0.76 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Tanzania

Owning a truly singular gem is a rare invitation, and this 0.76 carat cushion shaped blue sapphire offers that invitation with quiet authority, held exclusively for discerning clients of The Natural Sapphire Company. At 6.44 x 4.56 x 2.71 mm, its presence is compact yet undeniable, a jewel that announces itself without excess. The cushion silhouette and mixed brilliant cut work together to concentrate color while producing lively internal fire, the kind of scintillation that rewards even the most practiced eye. This is not a commonplace stone that you will encounter on every high street, but a carefully selected specimen, heat treated to enhance its natural characteristics, originating from the storied deposits of Tanzania. That provenance adds a layer of provenance that collectors appreciate, and when you consider the vivid color intensity and the excellent polish, it becomes clear that this is a gem to be treasured, and to be set into a piece that reflects its uncommon quality.

Under loupe scrutiny the sapphire reads as transparent with a clarity grade of slightly included at eye level, inclusions that are minor in impact yet significant in storytelling, marking this stone as authentically natural and distinct. The mixed brilliant cut creates a thoughtful interplay between large faceted planes and smaller scintillating facets, which together enhance both depth and brilliance. With a vivid color intensity the blue leans toward a saturated, lively tone, a luminous blue that shifts under different angles of light yet never loses its core saturation. The excellent polish allows every facet edge to throw light crisply, and the pavilion shaping, coupled with the cushion outline, produces flashes of lighter and deeper blue that will dance as the wearer moves. Heat treatment, a long established enhancement, has been applied to bring out the best in the rough while maintaining the gem’s integrity. The result is a stone that reads visually as luxurious and lively, with a size and face up area that makes it ideal for a bespoke center in a wide variety of settings.

Pairing this 0.76 carat Tanzanian cushion sapphire with complementary gemstones creates possibilities that span classic restraint to creative audacity. For an eternally sophisticated approach, a halo of fine white diamonds will intensify the sapphire’s vivid blue, the cool white metal of platinum or 18 carat white gold providing a crisp frame that maximizes perceived color and brilliance. In a three stone ring setting, tapered baguette diamonds on either side will elongate the finger and add architectural elegance, while round brilliant side stones will increase sparkle and maintain a balanced visual weight. If a warmer, more vintage mood is desired, surround the sapphire with small pavé diamonds set into 18 carat yellow gold or rose gold, the warm metal accentuating subtle golden undertones in the blue and producing a softer, more intimate glow. For collectors who favor color drama, pairing this sapphire with pairings of vivid emeralds will deliver a regal contrast, while small pink sapphires or padparadscha accents can introduce a modern, fashion forward palette that feels bespoke and intentional.

Imagine this sapphire as the heart of a pendant, suspended from a delicate platinum chain, the surrounding diamonds forming a light catching halo that makes the blue appear even deeper from a distance. Picture it in a bespoke engagement ring, bezel set for a contemporary, secure silhouette or in a half bezel with tapered baguettes for a combination of modern and classic. Consider a pair of earrings where matching melee sapphires and white diamonds articulate motion, or a signet ring where the cushion shape is echoed in hand engraved shoulders and a subtle halo of micro set diamonds that signal refined taste without ostentation. At The Natural Sapphire Company we curate these rare stones with the care they deserve, and we offer personalized design consultations so that your chosen sapphire can be set into a one of a kind creation. This single 0.76 carat Tanzanian cushion sapphire is not merely a purchase, it is an invitation into an elite circle of owners who appreciate provenance, natural character, and meticulous craftsmanship, and we would welcome the opportunity to bring your custom vision to life.