1.62 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Madagascar

This 1.62 carat oval blue sapphire presents a clear and transparent body, precise proportions, and professional finishing. The gem measures 7.05 x 5.30 x 4.87 millimeters and is fashioned in an oval outline with a mixed brilliant cut. The mixed brilliant arrangement of facets combines a step cut crown or pavilion elements with brilliant style facets to balance color saturation and light return, producing lively scintillation while preserving the stone’s intrinsic hue. Clarity has been evaluated as eye clean at normal viewing distance, indicating the absence of inclusions visible to the unaided eye. The polish has been graded excellent, which contributes to surface brightness and the stone’s overall visual appeal. The sapphire carries a vivid color intensity, demonstrating strong saturation and tone that registers uniformly across the table and shoulders, and it is offered in a natural, no enhancement state. Certification is recorded as Other certified, reflecting independent verification of the gem’s measured attributes and treatment status.

The geographic origin of this sapphire is Madagascar, a source that has become synonymous with a diverse range of high quality gem material since significant deposits were developed in the late twentieth century. Madagascar’s geology produces sapphires with distinct trace element profiles that often yield vivid, clean blues, and the island has established a reputation for stones that can combine attractive saturation with minimal need for corrective treatments. Origin contributes to value in several measurable ways, because provenance informs both the market perception of the stone and the practical expectations of processing and performance. Sapphires from Madagascar are frequently sought by collectors and designers for their combination of color, clarity, and a high probability of being untreated, which supports the gem’s long term desirability and resale confidence. In addition, provenance recorded and supported by certification aids in responsible sourcing documentation, an increasingly important factor for discerning clients and for modern, traceable supply chains.

From a design and setting perspective this sapphire’s dimensions and cut suggest particular considerations for mounting and for expected face up appearance. The oval shape offers a classic silhouette that elongates the look of a finger when set in a ring, and it adapts well to traditional prong, bezel, or halo settings depending on aesthetic preference. The relative depth of the stone contributes to its color saturation and to its durability, however it will affect the apparent table size compared with a shallower cut of the same carat weight, therefore selecting a setting that showcases the table while permitting light to enter the pavilion will emphasize the sapphire’s vivid tone and brilliance. The mixed brilliant cut enhances scintillation across both crown and pavilion, making the stone particularly effective in settings that allow movement and light exposure. As a 1.62 carat gem with eye clean clarity and excellent polish, it offers a strong balance of practical wearability and visual impact, suitable for use as a principal center stone in rings, pendants, or bespoke creations.

The Natural Sapphire Company provides detailed documentation and measured specifications to support accurate selection and confident commissioning of settings. The combination of a vivid, untreated blue, eye clean clarity, and origin from Madagascar aligns with the qualities collectors and designers prioritize when seeking high quality sapphire material. The stone’s certified attributes, including carat weight, dimensions, cut type, clarity, polish, and treatment status, are essential for appraisal, insurance, and design planning, and they allow a precise evaluation of how the gem will perform both visually and structurally in finished jewelry. For clients requiring further technical data, photographic documentation, or assistance in choosing a mounting that optimizes face up presence while preserving the natural beauty of the sapphire, guidance is available to ensure the stone is set to best effect.