0.47 Ct. Green Sapphire from Madagascar

One transparent 0.47 carat round green sapphire, dimensions 4.54 by 4.52 by 2.93 mm, offers a clear and measured presence suitable for a range of jewelry applications. The stone is cut in a mixed brilliant style, combining a traditional brilliant facet arrangement on the crown with modified facet patterns on the pavilion to balance brilliance and size. Clarity is graded very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, indicating only minor inclusions that do not detract from overall transparency or sparkle when set. Color presents as a balanced green with medium intensity, providing a distinct hue that remains versatile across different metal choices. The polish is excellent, ensuring smooth facet junctions and strong light return from each table and crown facet. The sapphire is heat treated, a common enhancement applied to stabilize and refine color and clarity, and it originates in Madagascar, a recognized source for well formed and attractively colored sapphires.

The gem’s proportions and cut make it adaptable to a broad variety of settings while preserving optical performance. With an average diameter of approximately 4.53 mm and a depth of 2.93 mm the depth is approximately 64.7 percent, a proportion that supports good light return for a mixed brilliant round. In open prong settings the crown and table are allowed to interact directly with ambient light, which maximizes scintillation and lively movement, making that option particularly effective in solitaire rings and classic stud earrings. A thin bezel setting offers additional protection for the girdle and suits active wear, while still allowing the green tone to read consistently, especially when the bezel is crafted in a contrasting metal such as yellow or rose gold. For designs that emphasize brightness and perceived size a halo of small brilliant diamonds or white sapphires adds contrast and enhances visual impact. The stone’s medium color intensity also allows it to remain visually coherent when paired with colored side stones, such as small orange sapphires for warm contrast or teal tourmalines for tonal harmony.

Customization possibilities span traditional and contemporary approaches and accommodate both bespoke design projects and ready to wear settings. As a center stone in an engagement ring this 0.47 carat round green sapphire suits delicate solitaire rings and refined three stone compositions where side stones support but do not overpower the center. In halo and cluster settings the sapphire benefits from accent stones that increase apparent diameter and add brilliance, useful when designing for a bolder look without enlarging the primary gem. The stone also adapts well to matched pairs for drop earrings, or as a focal point in a pendant that places the gem at the center of a minimal or ornate mount. For men’s jewelry the sapphire can be set into signet rings or cufflinks, where a secure bezel or flush setting enhances durability. The mixed brilliant cut maintains attractive light performance across these choices, and the excellent polish supports precise metal-join work and secure bezel seats in custom fabrication.

The Natural Sapphire Company approaches customization with a focus on gemological integrity and practical design considerations. When planning a setting our recommendations include choosing a mounting that balances exposure to light with protection from abrasion and knocks, selecting metal color to complement the green tone, and considering accent stones to adjust perceived size and color dynamics. Heat treatment is a stable and industry standard enhancement, but standard care guidelines are recommended, including routine inspection of prong and bezel seats, gentle cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush, and avoiding harsh chemicals and extreme temperature changes. For bespoke commissions our team can provide guidance on proportion, profile, and metal choice, and generate technical drawings or CAD images to illustrate how the stone will sit in a proposed design. This green sapphire from Madagascar presents a well documented set of attributes that make it an adaptable and reliable choice for personalized jewelry, suitable for modern minimal settings and for traditional designs that require measured proportion and refinement.