Antique Style Green Sapphire Ring 1.06 Ct., 18K White Gold

From the first moment this green sapphire met light, its journey has been one of quiet wonder, a passage from Madagascar to the hand it is meant to adorn. Formed deep within the earth, where pressure and time conspired to arrange atoms into crystal, this gem was discovered in the mineral rich soils of Madagascar, a place celebrated for producing sapphires that range from vivid blue to rare and intriguing green. Local miners and cutters, who respect the long craft of bringing rough stones to life, guided this crystal through the first stages of transformation. Every facet of this stone carries the memory of its origin, from the earthy workings that freed it to the steady hands that selected its proportions. When you wear this ring, you wear a piece of that landscape, and a story that began long before the moment it settled into its setting.

At the heart of the ring sits a transparent 1.06 carat round green sapphire, precisely measured at 5.85 by 5.74 by 3.83 millimeters, cut in a mixed brilliant style to maximize fire and depth. The mixed brilliant cut marries the scintillating facets of a brilliant with the pavilion geometry that returns light in a lively yet controlled way, so the stone shows flashes of green and subtle internal life with every turn. Its clarity is graded very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a testament to both the natural purity of the crystal and the skill of our lapidaries in removing distractions while preserving weight and color. The color exhibits a medium saturation that allows the green to read as refined and wearable, neither too vivid to overpower, nor too faint to lack presence. An excellent polish crowns the cutting work, giving each facet a mirror like finish that enhances brilliance and invites admiration.

Surrounding the green center stone, white round natural diamonds are placed with thoughtful restraint and purpose, their cool brilliance elevating the sapphire without stealing its voice. The primary accent diamonds are approximately 0.08 carat each, with clarity grades of VS1 and VS2 and a color grade of F, offering clean, lively sparkle that complements the center. Additional white round diamonds of approximately 0.04 carat, clarity VS and color grade F G, continue along the shoulders, creating a graduated shimmer that draws the eye toward the heart of the ring. These diamonds are set with precision in 14K white gold, their bright color harmonizing with the metal and amplifying the sapphire s green tones. The arrangement is intended to frame and focus, a chorus of small lights that surround the soloist, enhancing the central gem while providing balanced symmetry and refined detail.

The design of this ring balances elegance with functionality in every line and join, a philosophy central to The Natural Sapphire Company. The setting rises in a graceful crown that secures the sapphire with well proportioned prongs, allowing ample light to enter while holding the stone firmly for everyday wear. The band features delicate milgrain and pavé set diamonds along the shoulders, details that read as vintage inspired beauty, yet are executed with modern techniques that prioritize longevity. The gallery includes openwork and small accent diamonds set into supportive bezels, which reduce the risk of snagging and make the silhouette sit comfortably against the finger. Crafted entirely in 14K white gold, the ring benefits from a balance of strength and refinement, a metal choice that resists the day to day knocks of life while keeping a luminous white backdrop for the gems. The combined effect makes this ring particularly well suited for someone who desires jewelry that is both decidedly elegant and truly wearable.

Every piece we offer is a conversation between nature and craft, and this ring is no exception, arriving to you as a finished poem of light and form from The Natural Sapphire Company. It begins in the mineral veins of Madagascar, travels through the thoughtful hands of cutters and setters, and is completed by artisans who understand how to marry beauty with practicality. The result is a ring that feels familiar the moment you try it on, secure in its construction, and enduring in its appeal. If you imagine a gemstone that carries a sense of place, history, and meticulous making, this green sapphire ring answers that desire, ready to become part of the next chapter of your story.