3.04 Ct. Bluish Purple Sapphire from Madagascar

This exquisite transparent 3.04 carat cushion shape bluish purple sapphire measures 9.11 x 8.03 x 4.53 mm, and is cut with a mixed brilliant design to maximize scintillation and depth of color. The medium intense color presents a balanced bluish purple that reads vividly under natural light, and the excellent polish offers crisp facet junctions and clean light return. Clarity is described as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which means the stone appears clean to the naked eye with only minor inclusions detectable under magnification, an attribute that preserves both the visual purity and durability of the gem. This sapphire is completely natural and untreated, with no enhancement, a quality that materially increases its rarity and long term value. Origin is Madagascar, a source known for producing a wide range of fine colored sapphires with lively saturation and attractive crystal clarity, and this provenance contributes directly to the gemological and market appeal.

For the educated buyer, this sapphire represents a compelling combination of provenance, physical attributes, and historical resonance. Sapphires have been prized through the ages for symbolism associated with wisdom, protection, and royalty, appearing in crown jewels and devotional jewelry across cultures, and a cushion shape with a mixed brilliant cut channels that tradition while offering contemporary brilliance suitable for a high quality engagement ring or a museum inspired collector piece. The unenhanced status is particularly significant, as heat or diffusion treatments can alter tone and diminish natural character, whereas an untreated Madagascar sapphire of this size and clarity retains intrinsic rarity and investment potential. At The Natural Sapphire Company we document origin and treatment status to support provenance and confidence, and we present this 3.04 carat cushion as a gemstone that combines classic heritage, precise gemological grading, and practical beauty, making it well suited for a buyer who values scientific accuracy, historical continuity, and long term desirability. If you would like further gemological details or high resolution images to evaluate this sapphire in context, we are available to assist.