1.14 Ct. Greenish Blue Sapphire from Madagascar

This transparent oval greenish blue sapphire weighs 1.14 carat, and its weight is a primary determinant of its presence and rarity. The gem measures 6.92 x 5.16 x 3.83 mm, yielding a depth proportion of approximately 63 percent relative to the average diameter, a proportion that indicates a well balanced pavilion and face up spread. The mixed brilliant cut employs a brilliant facet arrangement on the crown to maximize scintillation, paired with controlled step and modified pavilion facets to preserve color saturation, the outcome is lively table scintillation with deep color retention through the pavilion. Clarity is graded very slightly included evaluated at eye level, the inclusions are minimal and do not interrupt the visual flow or face up performance, and the excellent polish enhances facet definition and edge crispness. Color intensity is intense, and the greenish blue hue displays subtle pleochroic tendencies between blue and green planes as the stone is rotated, a characteristic often prized in natural sapphires. This sapphire is non enhanced, the natural color and clarity are untouched, and the Madagascar origin contributes known geological character linked to fine sapphire material.

From a value and rarity perspective the 1.14 carat weight elevates this gem above more common under one carat sizes, creating a measurable premium for collectors and connoisseurs. Weight in sapphires is not merely a numerical attribute, it changes optical performance and market desirability, and a stone at this weight carries stronger face up presence in a ring or pendant while preserving an intimate size that suits fine jewelry designs. The mixed brilliant cutting strategy was selected to optimize both brilliance and color yield at this weight and proportion, conserving weight where needed in the pavilion to deepen tone without sacrificing light return. For buyers who assess quality by a combination of carat weight, natural origin, lack of enhancement, clarity, and cutting finesse, this sapphire presents a rare confluence of attributes. The Natural Sapphire Company offers this gem as a calibrated, ready to set stone with documented origin and treatment status, ideal for clients seeking a natural, technical grade sapphire that balances measurable rarity with precise cutting and finishing craftsmanship.