4.62 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Madagascar

One beautiful transparent Other certified 4.62 carat oval shape blue sapphire offers an exceptional balance of size and brilliance, with dimensions of 10.15 by 8.34 by 6.53 mm, a mixed brilliant cut, and a clarity grade of very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, intense color intensity, and an excellent polish. Compared to many market offerings that trade off color for size or clarity for cost, this sapphire combines a true intense blue tone with transparent clarity, making it rarer and more visually impactful than heavily included or washed out alternatives. Heat treated in keeping with industry standards to enhance its stable and natural color, and sourced from Madagascar, this gem presents a distinctive origin story that sits between the famed but often unaffordable Kashmir and the more common Sri Lanka sources, offering superior value for collectors and designers seeking uniqueness. The mixed brilliant cut amplifies lightning scintillation beyond what flat step cuts provide, and the excellent polish ensures maximum light return, so the stone reads larger and livelier on the finger than many comparable gems at the same carat weight.

When set in jewelry, the intense blue adapts beautifully to a wide range of skin tones and metal choices, offering versatility that mass market sapphires rarely achieve. On fair skin with cool undertones, the pure intense blue creates a crisp, elegant contrast that feels sophisticated and modern, especially when paired with white gold or platinum for a clean, icy presentation. For warm undertones and lighter olive skin, the depth of blue adds a rich, flattering pop that balances golden warmth, and yellow or rose gold settings will highlight the stone in an inviting, vintage inspired way. On medium and olive complexions the sapphire harmonizes with natural skin warmth, appearing deep and velvety without overpowering the wearer, and it works equally well in mixed metal settings. For deeper skin tones the intense blue reads as luxurious and dramatic, offering a jewel like presence that is both regal and contemporary, particularly striking in high polish settings. The durability of sapphire makes this stone ideal for everyday wear, outperforming softer stones that chip or require delicate handling, and The Natural Sapphire Company recommends classic solitaire and halo settings to maximize the gem color and light performance while ensuring the best long term value and visual impact.