1.03 Ct. Bluish Green Sapphire from Madagascar

From the ancient sands and riverbeds of Madagascar this 1.03 carat oval bluish green sapphire began its slow and patient journey. Miners working in the gem bearing districts of the island found rough crystals that had formed over millions of years under shifting earth and pressure. The rough that became this stone carried a subtle sea green overtone with a blue anchor, a balance that spoke of rain and reef and verdant light. At The Natural Sapphire Company we saw that balance and guided the gem from its natural state into a precise 5.96 by 5.46 by 3.43 millimeter oval, choosing a mixed brilliant cut to capture both the depth of color and the liveliness of light. The stone is transparent and carries a clarity grade of very slightly included as evaluated at eye level, a grade that allows the sapphire to show its pure internal glow without obvious distractions. With medium color intensity and an excellent polish the stone presents a harmonious face to the world. The gem has been heat treated in a controlled and traditional manner to enhance its tone and stability, a common and stable enhancement that brings out the best in Madagascar sapphires.

In the workshop the lapidary treated the sapphire with respect for its origin and character, shaping facets to deliver a mix of scintillation and even color distribution. The mixed brilliant cut was selected to marry the light performance of a brilliant style with the elegant silhouette of an oval, so that the stone will flash and shimmer in motion while still appearing refined on the finger or pendant. The excellent polish ensures that every facet interacts cleanly with light, producing crisp reflections and a satiny table that invites closer inspection. Sapphires have been cherished across cultures for centuries, worn by royalty as symbols of wisdom and protection, and prized by modern admirers for their versatility and enduring beauty. This bluish green hue taps into those traditions while offering a fresh, contemporary character that reads as both classic and modern. At The Natural Sapphire Company we nurture that lineage by pairing responsible sourcing with exacting craftsmanship so that the finished gem carries both history and intent.

Beyond its story and beauty this sapphire offers real world durability that makes it ideal for daily wear. As a corundum family gem with a hardness of nine on the Mohs scale it resists scratches from almost every material it is likely to encounter in normal life, making it an excellent choice for engagement rings, wedding bands, and daily pendants. Corundum has very good toughness and no true cleavage, qualities that reduce the risk of splitting under normal wear, though care should still be taken to avoid hard blows. The heat treatment applied to enhance color is stable and does not diminish the stone safety in everyday settings. For practical maintenance we recommend gentle cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush, rinsing and drying with a soft cloth, and periodic professional inspection of the mounting to ensure prongs and bezels remain secure. For customers who want extra protection we advise considering bezel or low profile prong settings that shelter the girdle while still showing off the oval silhouette and mixed brilliant sparkle. When you choose this 1.03 carat bluish green Madagascar sapphire you take home a gem that began in the earth, was shaped by hands that respect its story, and was finished for durability and beauty, a piece that will reward daily wear with steady performance and quiet splendor from The Natural Sapphire Company.