1.10 Ct. Bluish Green Sapphire from Madagascar

This transparent bluish green sapphire weighs 1.10 carats and is cut in an asscher octagon shape. The stone measures 5.25 by 5.12 by 4.11 millimeters and is faceted with an asscher style that emphasizes step facets and a broad table. The clarity is graded as slightly included when evaluated at eye level, and the color intensity is described as intense, producing a lively bluish green presentation across the table and facets. The polish is excellent, yielding crisp facet junctions and clean reflections that enhance the gem s apparent depth and scintillation. There has been no enhancement applied to this sapphire, which preserves its natural optical properties and internal characteristics as found in the rough material.

The origin of this sapphire is Madagascar, a source that has earned a distinguished reputation for producing sapphires with distinctive and often richly saturated colors. Madagascar deposits yield a broad spectrum of blue, green, teal, and parti color sapphires, driven by local variations in trace element chemistry and geological environment. In this instance, the bluish green tone is the result of the natural interplay of iron and titanium within corundum, a balance that is both uncommon and prized in the trade. Provenance from Madagascar adds value because it situates the gem within a known geological context, it provides comparative benchmarks for color and inclusion patterns, and it tends to attract buyers who seek naturally colored material with traceable origin and minimal treatment.

From a gemological and design perspective, the asscher cut is well suited to this material because the step facets create controlled light return and emphasize color zones and clarity characteristics. The visible inclusions are modest, and the high polish and precise faceting mitigate their impact on overall appearance while contributing to crisp reflections and a pleasing geometric aesthetic. The dimensions and table size make the stone an excellent candidate for settings that showcase the octagonal silhouette, including classic four prong settings with a protective bezel option if the wearer prefers added security. Metal choice will affect perceived color balance, with warmer metals such as yellow gold subtly warming the bluish green and cooler metals such as white gold or platinum maintaining the stone s cooler tonal character.

The Natural Sapphire Company documents the gem s attributes and origin, and the combination of natural Madagascar provenance, no enhancement, intense color, and excellent polish is central to the stone s assessment and market positioning. For clients and designers who require verification, a detailed description of the gem s weight, dimensions, cut, clarity grade, color intensity, and enhancement status accompanies the stone, supporting informed decisions about setting and care. The result is a transparent, naturally colored sapphire that merges distinctive Madagascar character with the measured craftsmanship of an asscher cut, offering a balance of aesthetic appeal and documented gemological attributes.