1.25 Ct. Bluish Green Sapphire from Madagascar

This 1.25 carat fancy shape bluish green sapphire presents as a precisely measured and thoughtfully cut gemstone, with dimensions of 5.51 x 8.05 x 4.08 millimeters, and an approximate depth percentage of 60 percent when calculated from the average of the length and the width. The gem has been executed as a step cut, a faceting style characterized by concentric parallel facets that run parallel to the girdle, creating broad facet planes and architectural light return. The elongated proportions of the stone favor an elegant table and a refined crown silhouette, allowing the viewer to appreciate plane to plane light reflections rather than the pinpoint scintillation common to brilliant cuts. The step cut emphasizes evenness of color across the face up presentation, and the excellent polish on this sapphire produces crisp facet junctions and smooth reflective planes, attributes that reveal the cutter quality and attention to symmetry inherent in the piece.

Color and clarity are key for a colored gemstone engagement choice, and this sapphire delivers a medium intense bluish green hue that reads as a sophisticated alternative to pure blue or pure green stones. The color is driven by the presence of transition metal trace elements, with iron playing a dominant role in producing the bluish green character, and the medium intense color intensity places the stone in a zone that offers strong saturation without overpowering the setting. The clarity grade is very slightly included as evaluated at eye level, indicating that inclusions are minimal, typically limited to small crystals or needlelike features that do not detract from the visual performance or from the structural integrity. Because a step cut presents larger facet planes, the combination of very slight inclusions and excellent polish ensures that the face up appearance remains clean and the color distribution remains even. This sapphire has been heat treated, a common and stable enhancement in the trade that improves color and can reduce the visual impact of internal features, and full disclosure of treatment is provided by The Natural Sapphire Company.

From a technical standpoint the step cut and the dimension profile make this sapphire especially well suited to engagement ring designs that prioritize architectural lines and longevity. The elongated fancy shape sits attractively in a bezel setting, where the continuous metal rim protects the girdle and corners while accentuating the stone s clean planes, or in a four prong cathedral mount that lifts the stone for maximum face up color. A halo of small brilliant cut diamonds can be used to introduce contrast and perceived table brightness, while maintaining the step cut s broad flashes and color dominance. The sapphire s inherent toughness at nine on the Mohs scale combined with a secure mounting and an excellent polish supports daily wear, making it a practical choice for an engagement ring that will be worn continuously.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we focus on sourcing stones that combine gemological integrity with wearable elegance, and this 1.25 carat bluish green step cut sapphire exemplifies that approach. The measured proportions and the cutter s control of facet planes allow the medium intense color to read evenly across the table, while the very slightly included clarity and the excellent polish ensure a durable, visible beauty suitable for an engagement ring. Our specialists are available to advise on exact setting tolerances, bezel wall thickness, and complementary accent stones to preserve the stone s optical performance, and we provide detailed documentation of origin and treatment to support an informed purchase decision. This sapphire presents as an ideal engagement option for buyers who value technical refinement, color nuance, and enduring wearability.