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0.91 Ct. Bluish Green Sapphire from Madagascar
This loose stone ships by Aug 31
Item ID: | S39545 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 5.53 Width: 5.51 Height: 4.04 |
Weight: | 0.91 Ct. |
Color: help | Bluish Green |
Color intensity: help | Light |
Clarity: help | Very Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Round |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Madagascar |
Per carat price: help | $1,000 |
From the heart of Madagascar to the light in your hand, this bluish green sapphire tells a story that begins long before it met the jeweler's loupe, and continues with every thoughtful choice made by cutters and polishers at The Natural Sapphire Company. Formed under heat and pressure over millions of years within metamorphic terrains and alluvial deposits in Madagascar, this transparent 0.91 carat round sapphire captures the island s capacity for producing uncommon and compelling hues. Measuring 5.53 by 5.51 by 4.04 mm, the gem was shaped into a classic round silhouette and given a mixed brilliant cut to balance scintillation and color, while an excellent polish refines every facet to a bright finish. Evaluated at eye level as very very slightly included, the clarity shows a clean face up appearance, and a light color intensity allows the stone to present a delicate bluish green personality that shifts with light and setting. The sapphire underwent heat treatment to enhance its tone and clarity, a widely accepted process when fully disclosed, and provenance from Madagascar adds a modern chapter to a millennial formation tale.
The journey from rough to refined began with a cutter s study of crystal orientation and inclusions, an intimate conversation between gem and craftsman that guided the decision to employ a mixed brilliant cut. This choice optimizes internal reflection while preserving weight, delivering lively flashes of brilliance without sacrificing the soft aquatic hue that makes this sapphire distinctive. At 0.91 carat the gem sits in a versatile size category that translates beautifully into solitaire rings, elegant pendants, or as a striking center or accent in bespoke engagement designs. The very very slightly included clarity grade means that at normal viewing distances the stone reads as remarkably clean, allowing the eye to travel through its body and appreciate the gentle bluish green tone. Excellent polish completes the transformation, smoothing facets so that light moves freely through the stone, and giving the gem a refined surface that integrates seamlessly into finely crafted settings.
Beyond its physical beauty this sapphire carries cultural and emotional resonance, a gem that conjures images of ocean shallows under midday skies, of verdant moss and tranquil light. Sapphires have long been associated with wisdom, fidelity, and calm, and a bluish green example brings a modern, wearable softness that complements a range of skin tones and metals. The Natural Sapphire Company emphasizes traceability and responsible sourcing, and Madagascar s sapphire fields have become known for both artisanal mining communities and the production of rare colors that attract collectors and designers alike. Heat treatment is disclosed and understood by the gem trade to be a stable enhancement that improves optical properties while maintaining the gem s natural origin, and for many collectors a well documented, responsibly sourced heat treated sapphire is a preferred combination of beauty and transparency in provenance. The stone s size and delicate color intensity make it particularly adaptable for custom work, allowing designers to highlight its tone with complementary halo stones or to let it stand alone as a subtle statement piece.
From an investment perspective this bluish green Madagascar sapphire represents a thoughtful balance of rarity, quality, and market desirability. Fine colored sapphires with distinctive hues and strong provenance have shown steady interest from collectors and investors, as supply from notable producing regions fluctuates with geological constraints and mining cycles. While larger and more saturated stones often command the highest premiums, a transparent, well cut, and well documented 0.91 carat gem with very very slight inclusions and excellent polish can be an accessible entry into the colored gemstone market, offering potential for appreciation as demand for unique, traceable natural gems continues to grow. Heat treatment is common and accepted in the marketplace when fully disclosed, and buyers who prioritize documented origin and reputable stewardship often find that such stones maintain liquidity and appeal in secondary markets. If your aim is to combine aesthetic pleasure with long term value considerations, The Natural Sapphire Company can provide certification options, guidance about appropriate settings that protect and showcase the gem, and advice on care and insurance to preserve both beauty and monetary potential. Gems are tangible assets that connect the wearer to earth s deep history, and this bluish green sapphire from Madagascar arrives not only as a luminous jewel, but as a small but meaningful investment in craftsmanship, provenance, and enduring beauty.































