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2.55 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Madagascar
This loose stone ships by Dec 12
Item ID: | S28522 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 7.92 Width: 6.73 Height: 5.66 |
Weight: | 2.55 Ct. |
Color: help | Blue |
Color intensity: help | Medium Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Madagascar |
Per carat price: help | $2,249 |
A single gemstone can tell a story that spans continents, centuries, and the most private chapters of personal style. This extraordinary, transparent blue sapphire of 2.55 carats is an objet dart that speaks in that rare language of understatement and authority. Oval in shape, with precise dimensions of 7.92 x 6.73 x 5.66 mm, it has been fashionably faceted in a mixed brilliant cut that marries scintillating fire with a deep, velvety face up. The color is a medium intense blue that lives between the vivid and the contemplative, a hue that reads as both regal and intimate depending on the light. Evaluated at eye level, the clarity grade is very slightly included, a whisper of natural identity that assures authenticity without compromising the gem's luminous purity. The polish is excellent, and the sapphire has never been subjected to enhancement, allowing the original voice of the stone to be heard. Origin is Madagascar, a source known for producing sapphires of distinctive character and modern desirability. The Natural Sapphire Company presents this gem as the embodiment of refined taste, a rare natural treasure ready to be set as the centerpiece of an heirloom piece.
To behold this sapphire is to experience a conversation between light and depth. The mixed brilliant cut is a thoughtful choice that affords dramatic dispersion while maintaining a broad, even color field when viewed table down. From the crown, precise facets catch and release light in a way that enlivens the stone without causing it to shout, a balance achieved only by exacting lapidary skill and inherent material quality. The very slightly included clarity gives the gem a signature that is felt rather than seen, a trace of provenance that reassures the connoisseur that this is a natural creation, not an engineered approximation. At 2.55 carats the sapphire offers presence without excess, an ideal scale for a signet ring, a classic solitaire, or a pendant destined to be worn daily. The measurements of 7.92 x 6.73 x 5.66 mm ensure comfortable wear and proportions that flatter the hand. In natural light the color deepens and breathes, in evening glow it becomes an intimate companion that responds to the moods of its wearer.
Sapphires have carried meaning and authority across cultures, and this gemstone arrives with that storied heritage as part of its appeal. For millennia blue sapphires have been associated with wisdom, protection, and fidelity, worn by monarchs as a seal of sovereignty, by clergy as a symbol of heavenly favor, and by devotees as a talisman of clarity and calm. In South Asia and the Middle East similar gems were believed to guard against harm, while in European courts they were prized as an emblem of lineage and legitimacy. This particular specimen, untouched by treatment, resonates with those traditional uses in a modern register, offering not only aesthetic pleasure but also the layered symbolism that collectors and families seek when commissioning an enduring jewel. The provenance of Madagascar lends a contemporary note to the stone, reflecting a global narrative of discovery and ethical sourcing that modern patrons value. The Natural Sapphire Company has long been a steward of such narratives, selecting stones that honor both the past and the present.
Owning this sapphire is an achievement that declares a refined palate and an appreciation for natural rarity, a decision that elevates personal jewelry into the realm of legacy. Whether set in a bespoke ring to mark an engagement, adopted as a signature daily piece, or curated into a collection as an exemplar of unenhanced origin, this sapphire will reward generations with its physical presence and the stories it carries. The Natural Sapphire Company stands ready to propose settings that respect the stone's proportions and character, to provide guidance on mounting styles that will maximize light and protect longevity, and to assist collectors who wish to document provenance with formal examination. For the discerning client who values provenance, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty, this 2.55 carat blue sapphire from Madagascar is more than a jewel, it is a declaration of taste and an invitation to join a lineage of owners who understand that true luxury is both rare and responsibly chosen.






























