1.01 Ct. Bluish Green Sapphire from Madagascar

This exquisite transparent bluish green sapphire weighs 1.01 carat, and presents an elegant oval shape with dimensions 5.90 x 5.34 x 3.84 mm, and a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes light return and scintillation. The clarity is graded very slightly included evaluated at eye level, and the gem displays a medium intense color intensity that balances saturation and brightness for a lively face up appearance. The polish is excellent, which allows the pavilion facets to perform optimally and the table to act as a clear window into the stone. There has been no enhancement of this sapphire, and its origin is Madagascar, information that we provide to support provenance and buyer confidence. At The Natural Sapphire Company we focus on natural, untreated material whenever possible, and this sapphire is an example of a gem that will appeal to connoisseurs who value natural color and documented origin.

The bluish green hue of this sapphire is a rare and desirable point of distinction, falling into a visual niche between classic cornflower blues and deeper teal tones. The specific color results from trace element chemistry, with iron and titanium commonly influencing blue tones and varying concentrations producing greenish blue or bluish green shades that are attractive and versatile for jewelry. Compared to historically famous sapphires, this stone offers a different kind of appeal. For example the famed Logan Sapphire is celebrated for its deep cornflower blue, and Kashmir stones are prized for their velvety blue saturation, while Burmese sapphires are often admired for a rich royal blue. By contrast this Madagascar sapphire introduces a subtle green modulation that can appear teal in certain lighting, offering a contemporary alternative to the more familiar historical palettes. Collectors who appreciate the spectrum of natural corundum will recognize the value of a well formed bluish green sapphire as a complement to traditional blue collections.

From a cutting and clarity perspective this oval mixed brilliant cut is an intelligent choice for a stone of this size and character. The mixed brilliant cut combines the face up brilliance of a brilliant pattern with step facet influence below the girdle, providing both sparkle and controlled light dispersion. This approach tends to enhance perceived color while minimizing the visibility of small inclusions, which matters when a gem is graded very slightly included at eye level. Eye level clarity grading means that under normal viewing conditions the inclusions do not distract from the overall appearance, and with excellent polish the pavilion facets and crown facets interact to produce lively scintillation. Educated buyers understand that clarity terminology differs between laboratories and that a face up eye clean appearance is often more important for wearable gems than numerical micro inclusions that require magnification to see.

One of the most important attributes for many sophisticated buyers is that this sapphire is unenhanced, and that it comes from Madagascar, a source that over the past decades has become synonymous with a wide range of high quality sapphire colors. Unheated or untreated sapphires are comparatively scarce in the market, and when combined with a pleasing color and good clarity they command interest from both collectors and jewelers seeking authenticity and natural beauty. Madagascar deposits produce stones with a spectrum of hues, including unique teal and bluish green tones that are not commonly found in traditional Sri Lankan, Kashmiri, or Burmese material. Historically famous gemstones created reputations for certain localities, but modern sourcing from Madagascar adds new flavor to the market, and this particular sapphire demonstrates how geological variation can yield a gem with its own character. For an educated buyer considering long term desirability and collectibility, provenance and lack of treatment are meaningful factors that enhance both aesthetic and intrinsic value.

Practically speaking this sapphire is an excellent candidate for both bespoke jewelry projects and for collectors who prefer a single, distinctive natural gem. As corundum, sapphire ranks nine on the Mohs hardness scale, which makes it durable for everyday wear when properly set, and the oval outline and mixed brilliant cut allow flexibility in mounting design from classic solitaire rings to halo settings that emphasize color. At The Natural Sapphire Company we can advise on setting choices that will accentuate the bluish green tone, recommending metal colors and diamond accent proportions that maintain balance and visual harmony. We are also prepared to provide additional documentation about this stone, to assist with appraisal or certification, and to discuss matching options if you are considering a pair. If you value a naturally colored, unenhanced sapphire with attractive proportions and a unique bluish green personality, this 1.01 carat oval from Madagascar represents a thoughtful and informed choice.