Solitaire Greenish Blue Sapphire Necklace 1.80 Ct., 18K White Gold

This necklace is fully set in 14 karat white gold, centered by a transparent, oval shape greenish blue sapphire weighing 1.80 carats. The sapphire measures 7.26 by 6.02 by 4.94 millimeters and features a mixed brilliant cut, contributing to balanced fire and scintillation. Clarity is described as very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, and the stone displays medium intense color saturation with an excellent polish. There is no enhancement, and the sapphire is of Montana origin, a provenance noted for producing verdant and teal blue tones. The combination of a clean, well executed mixed brilliant cut and the natural, untreated color gives the gem a distinct presence while retaining a restrained, authentic character.

Visually the greenish blue hue is nuanced and lively, a blend of blue depth with a subtle green overtone that shifts with light and viewing angle. The mixed brilliant facet arrangement enhances return of light from the pavilion while preserving a pleasing table view, so the stone appears both lively and deep. Very slight inclusions, visible at eye level under close inspection, do not detract from the overall transparency or brilliance, and they serve as natural identifiers of an untreated, genuine sapphire. The excellent polish amplifies the gem s surface reflections and allows the mixed cut to perform efficiently, yielding flashes of brilliance that complement the color rather than overpower it.

The mounting is executed in 14K white gold with a refined open gallery and a minimal white gold framework that secures the sapphire while permitting ample light to enter and exit the stone. This approach to setting optimizes the mixed brilliant cut s optical performance, allowing brilliance to radiate through the pavilion and facets. The metal finish is precisely executed to a clean, high polish, providing a neutral backdrop that emphasizes the sapphire s color and cut. The pendant is suspended from a simple white gold chain that keeps the focus on the sapphire, allowing the piece to sit close to the collarbone and integrate seamlessly with a variety of necklines. Craftsmanship aligns with The Natural Sapphire Company s standards for material selection and finish, delivering a piece that balances durability and refined presentation.

In comparing this necklace to classic sapphire styles, the design retains the timeless simplicity of a solitaire pendant while introducing contemporary refinements. Classic solitaire jewelry relies on symmetry and a restrained setting to frame a single gemstone, and this necklace honors that tradition through its singular focus on the oval sapphire. The modern twist is evident in the choice of a mixed brilliant cut and the restrained open gallery, which together increase scintillation in a way that traditional step cuts or older oval cuts do not. The greenish blue hue from Montana diverges from the archetypal cornflower blue often associated with historical sapphire pieces, giving the necklace a contemporary color profile that reads as both individual and refined. The result is a piece that references classic restraint, while offering updated optical dynamics and a color story that suits current tastes for natural, untreated gemstones.