0.99 Ct. Bluish Green Sapphire from Madagascar

From the ancient pressure of the earth to the careful eye of a master cutter, this sapphire carries a quiet story of transformation, and that story begins in Madagascar. There, in rugged fields shaped by time, pockets of corundum formed under heat and movement, absorbing trace elements that would later reveal themselves as subtle, shifting tones. This particular gem spent millennia as a secret in the stone, before miners guided by local knowledge and responsible practices uncovered a crystal that would prove exceptional. The Natural Sapphire Company has walked alongside this journey, honoring the place and people involved, and bringing this bluish green sapphire from its original landscape into the light, while preserving the cultural threads that connect land, labor, and gem.

As the rough was examined and selected, the promise of transparency and color became clear. The finished stone measures 0.99 carat, in a round shape with precise dimensions of 5.91 x 5.96 x 4.40 mm, and it has been fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut to balance fire and depth. At eye level the clarity registers as very slightly included, and those tiny internal signatures are a reminder of natural origin rather than a flaw, allowing light to travel freely and reveal internal life. The color reads as bluish green with medium intense color intensity, a hue that sits between classic blue and verdant tones and can shift beautifully under different light. The polish has been executed to an excellent standard, leaving the surface smooth and reflective, and the gem has been heat treated to stabilize and enhance its inherent color, a common and accepted enhancement that brings out the most expressive character of the stone.

What makes this sapphire particularly rare is the conjunction of its size and its unusual color profile, a combination that collectors and connoisseurs prize. Sapphires that approach the one carat mark while remaining transparent and free from heavy inclusions are uncommon, and those that also display a bluish green hue with medium intensity are even rarer. Many stones from the same family will show either a stronger pure blue, a greener cast, or lower transparency at this size, which makes comparable examples scarce. The mixed brilliant cut chosen for this gem reflects a mindful decision to preserve weight while coaxing maximum scintillation and color play, a balance that requires skillful planning from the cutter. The result is a stone that reads as luminous and alive, without sacrificing the clean silhouette desirable for fine jewelry, and it stands out among similar options for those seeking something quietly distinctive rather than loudly familiar.

Imagine this sapphire set into a ring where the light catches both facets and memory, a keepsake that speaks of distant geology and intimate craftsmanship, a rare moment made wearable. For engagement pieces, heirloom designs, or a singular solitaire, this gem offers a story as much as an aesthetic, carrying the provenance of Madagascar and the stewardship of The Natural Sapphire Company. We present it with full transparency about its attributes, including its 0.99 carat weight, round shape, measurements 5.91 x 5.96 x 4.40 mm, mixed brilliant cut, very slightly included clarity at eye level, medium intense bluish green color intensity, excellent polish, and heat treated enhancement. If you wish to explore how this stone might be brought into a design that honors its journey, The Natural Sapphire Company stands ready to guide you, offering bespoke settings and advice that respect the gem s origin and maximize its rare beauty.