0.71 Ct. Green Sapphire from Madagascar

This is a beautifully transparent 0.71 carat pear shape green sapphire, offered by The Natural Sapphire Company, and it stands out immediately for its rare combination of weight, shape, and color intensity. Green sapphires are inherently less common than their blue counterparts, and finding one with an intense saturation in a clean, well cut pear form under one carat is unusual. The rich, vivid green you see in this stone is not a washed or secondary tone, it is a clear, intense color that reads strongly even in modest lighting. For collectors and discriminating buyers who understand the nuances of corundum, a stone of this size exhibiting such bold color is notable, because many green sapphires of similar carat weight tend to be paler or to show uneven color distribution. The present gem, with its compact dimensions of 7.76 x 4.70 x 2.60 mm, offers a balance of presence and practicality that makes it highly desirable for both statement designs and refined everyday wear, and its rarity in color intensity compared to other stones in the 0.5 to 1.0 carat range adds tangible premium value.

The cutting and finishing of this pear shape sapphire have been executed with attention to optical performance and wearability. The mixed brilliant cut combines a faceting scheme that maximizes scintillation from the crown with step components that maintain depth and color stability through the pavilion, producing lively light return and controlled dispersion. At 7.76 x 4.70 x 2.60 mm the proportions are well suited to a variety of setting styles, from a classic solitaire to a halo or bezel design, and the tapered pear silhouette offers an elegant elongation on the finger. The polish is graded excellent, which means facet junctions are crisp and the surface finishes enhance light interactions rather than obscure them. This level of polish is particularly important in a darker or intensely colored stone, because any surface irregularity can appear more conspicuous against a deep tone. The result is a gem that reads larger than its carat weight might suggest visually, because the cut and finish emphasize clean color and lively facet play.

Clarity is a critical component of value, and this sapphire is graded very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level by our experienced gemologists. That grade indicates inclusions are minor and do not compromise transparency or the gem s overall appeal to unaided visual inspection. In natural sapphires small crystals, silk or minute feathering can be present, and when they occur in this minimal degree they often serve as natural fingerprints that confirm a gem s authenticity without detracting from beauty. This sapphire has been heat treated, which is an accepted and stable enhancement in corundum used to improve color and clarity, and it does not require any ongoing maintenance beyond normal jewelry care. The stone s origin is Madagascar, a modern and important source of fine sapphires. Malagasy sapphires are known for their diverse palette and often distinctive hue and saturation profiles, and geological conditions there produce material with attractive color concentration. Trace element chemistry in Madagascar deposits commonly yields green tones when iron and other elements interact with the corundum lattice, and this stone s intense green reflects that geologic fingerprint in a compact, very wearable size.

For the educated buyer, this sapphire represents a combination of rarity, technical quality, and design versatility that is hard to match at this weight and color. The intense green is a market differentiator because most green sapphires under one carat exhibit lighter tones or less even saturation. Collectors and designers will appreciate the eye clean appearance, the excellent polish, and the reliable stability of heat enhancement, all of which support confident use in fine jewelry. At The Natural Sapphire Company we place emphasis on matching superior material with accurate grading and clear communication, and our gemologists are available to advise on mounting options that will display the pear shape and color to best effect. Whether you are selecting a centerpiece for a bespoke ring, a pendant that reads boldly against skin, or a pair of matched stones for a custom commission, this 0.71 carat pear green sapphire from Madagascar is an exceptional choice for those who value rarity of color and quality of cut in a compact form.