0.54 Ct. Green Sapphire from Madagascar

This transparent green sapphire is a 0.54 carat pear shape, with precise dimensions of 5.92 x 3.95 x 3.07 mm, and it presents a mixed brilliant cut executed to emphasize scintillation and retention of color. The mixed brilliant cut in this piece combines a faceted crown modeled on brilliant facet geometry, and a pavilion arrangement that balances light return with depth control, producing lively flashes across the pear outline. Clarity is graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which means inclusions are minimal and do not interrupt visual performance or durability. Color intensity reads as medium intense, a balanced green saturation that maintains good tone without becoming dark, and the polish is excellent, indicating a smooth facet finish that enhances brilliance. This sapphire has no enhancement, and its natural origin is Madagascar, which contributes to the gemological profile and trace element signatures associated with vivid but natural green sapphires. The combination of carat weight, cut proportions, and excellent finish yields a stone that is both technically refined and versatile for multiple high end jewelry applications.

Optical behavior and faceting detail are key to understanding how this sapphire will interact with different design approaches. The mixed brilliant cut produces a crown with a faceting pattern that disperses light into small brilliant flashes, while the pavilion geometry favors return of light that maintains color saturation rather than leaking color into dark areas. The pear outline with a length to width ratio of approximately 1.5 to 1 gives a classic teardrop silhouette that sits well in both vertical and horizontal orientations, and the 3.07 mm depth provides sufficient pavilion volume to stabilize the stone in a bezel seat or in a prong basket without compromising light return. Because the clarity is very very slightly included at eye level, precision setting is recommended to avoid placing prongs over any minor characteristics that could be used as a visual reference for orientation. The absence of heat treatment or other enhancements means the stone will respond predictably to lighting and metal contrast, and the surface polish being excellent ensures that facet junctions will read crisply, ideal for designs that emphasize facet play such as halo settings or micro faceted cluster mounts.

This sapphire adapts readily to a broad range of custom settings, offering technical options for both protective and expressive mounting styles. For rings, a V prong at the point is recommended to protect the narrow tip, with two or three rounded prongs on the wider end to secure the pavilion and preserve the pear silhouette. A low bezel cup can be engineered to mirror the 3.07 mm depth while leaving the crown open enough to maximize light entry, creating a sleek modern profile that also protects the girdle. For a halo setting, careful proportioning of the melee is important so that the halo scale complements the 5.92 by 3.95 mm outline without overwhelming the primary stone, and a fine micro prong halo enhances perceived size while maintaining optical separation between accent stones and the center sapphire. Pendant and drop designs benefit from an open gallery allowing light from behind to intensify the green, whereas closed backed bezel settings provide a more saturated, opaque look that works well in vintage inspired or signet style mounts. Three stone compositions pair this pear with tapered baguettes or small brilliant diamonds to draw the eye along the length, while east west orientation provides a contemporary horizontal aesthetic for rings or bracelets.

Craftsmanship considerations and customization choices available through The Natural Sapphire Company focus on precision fit and long term wearability. When commissioning a bespoke piece, our lapidaries and setters take into account the exact 5.92 x 3.95 x 3.07 mm proportions to machine a seat that supports the stone at the girdle while allowing sufficient clearance for the crown to receive light. Metal selection will affect the perceived color, with warm rose gold bringing out olive undertones, yellow gold emphasizing yellow green notes, and platinum or white gold maintaining a cooler green presence. Because this sapphire is untreated, color stability is assured under normal wear conditions, and we recommend settings that protect the tip and girdle while allowing for periodic inspection and maintenance. Photographic references supplied with the stone demonstrate how it sits on a finger in delicate settings, providing a realistic scale for customers considering solitaire, halo, or three stone options. The Natural Sapphire Company offers consultation on prong style, bezel depth, gallery openness, and accent stone selection to ensure that the final piece is technically optimized for both aesthetics and durability, resulting in a custom jewel that highlights the intrinsic qualities of this distinct Madagascar green sapphire.