Three Stone Bi Color Sapphire Ring 1.11 Ct., 18K Yellow Gold

Every gem has a story that begins long before it reaches a setting, and this marquise shaped bicolor sapphire tells a tale of ancient earth and patient discovery. Mined in Madagascar, this transparent 1.11 carat sapphire carries the fingerprint of its origin, a subtle play of tones that speak of the island’s unique geology. The stone measures 8.30 by 4.48 by 3.87 millimeters, and it was cut in a mixed brilliant style to marry the marquise silhouette with a dynamic internal brilliance. Evaluated at eye level, the clarity is described as very very slightly included, which allows light to dance through the gem without obvious flaws to the unaided eye. The color presents with medium intense saturation, a balanced depth that shifts gently depending on the light, and the polish is excellent, a finish that reveals the gem’s inner life. There is no enhancement, a pure and honest gem freed from treatment, which makes its natural origin in Madagascar an even more meaningful point of provenance for collectors and for someone seeking a genuine connection to the stone they wear.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we love the way a cutter can coax personality from rough material, and the journey of this sapphire from rough to refined took place with that same devotion. The decision to cut this stone into a marquise shape was led by an intent to elongate the finger and to amplify the gem’s bi color character without sacrificing brilliance. The mixed brilliant cut was chosen to offer the best of both worlds, a faceting scheme that combines the scintillation of a brilliant cut with the elegant outline of a marquise. Each facet was placed to honor the stone’s natural color zoning, to allow flashes of green and blue to emerge as the ring moves, and to ensure that the medium intense saturation reads with clarity and life. The excellent polish on the pavilion and crown surfaces enhances the stone’s transparency, making it inviting to the eye and lively in motion. Leaving the sapphire untreated preserves the story of its formation, a narrative of pressure, time, and mineral chemistry that can be traced back to Madagascar, and that becomes part of the wearer’s own story each time the ring is worn.

Complementing the central sapphire, two white half moon shaped natural diamonds flank the marquise in a composition that balances vintage charm with modern restraint. These side diamonds weigh approximately 0.30 carats in total, and they are graded as Very Slightly Included with clarity noted as VS1 and VS2, and a color grade of F, which contributes a crisp, bright contrast against the sapphire’s bicolor tones. The half moon shape was selected to echo the marquise outline and to create a seamless transition from the center stone into the band, a silhouette that flatters the finger while allowing the sapphire to remain the focal point. The diamonds are natural, their light complements the mixed brilliant cut of the sapphire, and together they produce a harmony of fire and sparkle that reads as both precious and wearable. The entire trio is set in warm 14K yellow gold, a metal choice that deepens the green and blue nuances in the sapphire and adds a timeless warmth to the composition. The gold setting was crafted with attention to prong placement and profile, securing each gem while keeping the design elegant and unobtrusive.

This ring was conceived to be versatile, an object that moves easily from everyday settings to more formal occasions, and it does so by way of its balanced proportion and restrained elegance. When worn casually the marquise silhouette offers an elongating effect, pairing well with denim and linen or with tailored outerwear, and the warm 14K yellow gold makes the piece feel like a natural extension of the hand. In an evening context the mixed brilliant cut and the white half moon diamonds elevate the ring’s presence, catching light in candlelight and under event lighting with a refined sparkle that is never overly showy. The composition is intentional, offering a statement that reads as personal rather than theatrical, ideal for someone who appreciates handcrafted detail and a connection to origin. At The Natural Sapphire Company we believe that jewelry should carry meaning as well as beauty, and this ring, with its Madagascar origin, untreated sapphire, and carefully matched diamonds, is a piece meant to be worn and loved across occasions, becoming part of the wearer’s daily story. If you would like to learn more about this ring or to see it in person, our gem specialists are available to guide you through its features and to help you imagine how it will live with your style.