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1.88 Ct. Purplish Blue Sapphire from Tanzania
This loose stone ships by Jul 26
Item ID: | S40922 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 6.89 Width: 5.72 Height: 4.81 |
Weight: | 1.88 Ct. |
Color: help | Purplish Blue |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Emerald Cut |
Cut: | Emerald Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Tanzania |
Per carat price: help | $426 |
When you are searching for the perfect stone to mark a milestone, to propose, or to add a rare and beautiful gem to a carefully curated collection, this purplish blue sapphire answers that need with confidence and grace, and The Natural Sapphire Company is proud to present it to you. This gem meets the desire for a stone that feels significant, but also adaptable enough to suit a range of settings and styles. You may be seeking an engagement ring that is distinct from the expected, yet timeless, or you may be a collector who values color nuance, clarity, and provenance. This sapphire closes that gap, with a strong presence that is elegant and wearable, a unique color personality that reads as both regal blue and soft violet, and a size that sits comfortably on the hand while still commanding attention. If your quest is for beauty that is honest and enduring, this gem resolves that search without compromise.
Technically the stone brings together the attributes that serious buyers and jewelers prize, and those attributes will help you select the perfect setting and design. This is a 1.88 carat sapphire, cut into a classic emerald cut shape that measures 6.89 x 5.72 x 4.81 mm. The emerald cut offers broad, open facets that emphasize the gem clarity and the depth of color, and this example shows transparent clarity with a clarity grade of very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which means the stone reads clean to the eye while retaining natural character under magnification. The color intensity is described as intense, which translates to a vivid and saturated purplish blue that shifts gently under changing light, creating a lively and alluring presentation. The polish has been executed to an excellent standard, allowing light to travel smoothly across the surface and return bright flashes that enhance the gem presence. For stability and beauty, this sapphire has been heat treated, which is a widely accepted and stable enhancement for sapphires, and the stone is sourced from Tanzania, a location respected for producing stones with this kind of rich, velvety color profile.
For practical and stylistic decision making, this sapphire is remarkably versatile, and that versatility is a direct answer to common customer needs. For those planning an engagement ring, the emerald cut gives a modern and sophisticated look that pairs beautifully with a simple solitaire mount to honor the stone, or with a delicate halo to elevate perceived size without overwhelming the color. The measurements and weight make it well suited to a ring center, but it will also work as the focal point of a pendant or as a collector grade specimen to be admired on its own. If your concern is longevity, the combination of a durable sapphire material, excellent polish, and professional heat treatment provides a gem that can be enjoyed with confidence for everyday wear when set by a skilled jeweler. If your priority is investment quality, the clear provenance from Tanzania, the intense color, and the transparent nature of the stone are all attributes that appeal to discerning collectors who track color, clarity, and origin. At The Natural Sapphire Company we can advise on settings, metal choices, and design details to ensure the finished piece reflects your personal story and the inherent character of this gem.
Beyond the aesthetic and technical qualities, many customers value gemstones for their metaphysical associations, and this purplish blue sapphire resonates strongly with several traditional and contemporary beliefs about healing and inner alignment. Sapphires have long been associated with wisdom, mental clarity, and the calming of turbulent thoughts, and the purplish blue hue of this stone encourages both intuitive insight and composed expression. Wearers often report a heightened ability to communicate with clarity and authenticity, and a greater sense of centeredness when making important decisions. The energy of this color spectrum supports the throat and third eye areas in many systems, helping to balance self expression and inner vision simultaneously, which makes this stone a beautiful companion for someone who values truth telling, creative problem solving, or spiritual practice. On an emotional level this sapphire can act as a gentle stabilizer, easing anxiety and promoting a serene confidence, and on a subtle physical level it is believed to assist with restful sleep and recovery from stress. For ritual care or energetic upkeep, simple methods such as brief water rinses, exposure to moonlight, or resting the stone on a bed of clean crystals are traditional practices, while the durable nature of sapphire means that everyday cleaning with warm water and mild soap is safe and effective.
Choosing a gemstone is an intimate act, and at The Natural Sapphire Company we understand that you are investing in a piece of profound meaning as well as in a physical object of beauty, and this purplish blue emerald cut sapphire meets both needs. It is the kind of gem that reassures a buyer that the search is over, because it combines rarity and wearability, emotional resonance and technical excellence. If you seek a stone that can carry a personal story, that will sit beautifully at the center of an engagement ring, or that will enhance a collection with its rare color and clear provenance, this sapphire fulfills those aspirations. We are here to guide you through the next steps, from selecting the ideal metal and setting, to arranging professional mounting and certification, so that your finished piece reflects your vision and the natural elegance of the stone. Your search for a meaningful, beautiful, and enduring sapphire can end with this gem, and The Natural Sapphire Company is ready to help you make it a treasured reality.































