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2.22 Ct. Greenish Blue Sapphire from Tanzania
This loose stone ships by Apr 26
Item ID: | S39518 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 7.97 Width: 6.41 Height: 5.33 |
Weight: | 2.22 Ct. |
Color: help | Greenish Blue |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Tanzania |
Per carat price: help | $1,200 |
This transparent, Other certified, 2.22 carat oval shaped greenish blue sapphire from Tanzania measures 7.97 x 6.41 x 5.33 millimeters, and it combines an intense color intensity with a mixed brilliant cut, very very slightly included clarity at eye level, and an excellent polish, with no enhancement. In the same way that the famed Kashmir sapphires are prized for their singular blue, and the Logan Sapphire is celebrated for its commanding presence, this gem offers a distinct personality that draws attention for a different reason. Where the Kashmir stones are known for velvety cornflower tones, this Tanzanian sapphire presents a lively greenish blue that catches light with a fresh, modern appeal. Compared to historic star sapphires like the Star of India, which showcase their story through unique phenomena and large size, this gem tells its story through crystalline transparency and precise cutting, qualities that make it especially desirable for fine jewelry that demands both brilliance and color saturation.
When placed against legendary blue gems such as the Hope Diamond in historical prestige, this sapphire competes on practical qualities that matter to collectors and connoisseurs, because it offers intense color, remarkable clarity, and the assurance of no treatment, attributes that are increasingly rare in the market. The mixed brilliant cut maximizes fire and scintillation in ways that many traditional sapphire cuts do not, so it produces a lively play of light similar to the appeal that makes diamonds sparkle, while retaining the deep, saturated tone that is unique to natural sapphires. For buyers looking for superior value, this stone from The Natural Sapphire Company represents a compelling choice, because untreated, eye clean sapphires of this weight and finish are scarce, and the combination of proportion, polish, and origin gives it a level of desirability that often outperforms more celebrated names when judged by purity, wearability, and investment potential. Whether set as the centerpiece of an engagement ring or preserved as a collector piece, this Tanzanian greenish blue sapphire stands apart, offering historical resonance through comparison to famous gems, while delivering a unique, contemporary brilliance and long term value.
































