0.83 Ct. Green Sapphire from Madagascar

There is a quiet authority in a gemstone that carries the weight of time, and this transparent green sapphire embodies that enduring presence, crafted by nature over millennia and presented by The Natural Sapphire Company with the care of a custodian of tradition. This exquisite oval shape gem weighs zero point eight three carat, and its refined dimensions of five point six seven by four point six two by three point five three millimeters reveal a balance of proportion that is immediately pleasing to the eye. Cut in a mixed brilliant style, the stone displays a marriage of scintillating facets on the crown with carefully considered pavilion angles, all finished to an excellent polish, which allows light to dance within and spill out in luminous flashes. Sourced from Madagascar and left in its natural state with no enhancement, this sapphire is an honest expression of the earth, a gem whose story is written in its color, clarity, and the subtle patterns that mark its formation.

The color of this sapphire is a medium intense green, a hue that evokes moss cloaked valleys and candlelit emerald halls, a color that sits comfortably between vibrant life and poised restraint. The tone is deep enough to feel substantial yet clear enough to maintain clarity of character, and the mixed brilliant cut has been selected to maximize both color delivery and brilliance, so that each movement is answered with a lively response. Evaluated at eye level, the clarity grade is very slightly included, which to an experienced eye means the gem retains full transparency while carrying tiny internal features that authenticate its natural origin, like faint signatures that confirm the journey from rough to refined. Those slight inclusions are not flaws in the romantic sense, they are testament to the gem being unenhanced, a truth that collectors and connoisseurs from past centuries to the present have prized above manufactured perfection.

Beyond its physical measurements and gemological qualifiers, this green sapphire is a piece designed to become part of a lineage, an heirloom in waiting. The oval form is one of the oldest and most beloved shapes in jewelry history, a silhouette that has graced signet rings and sovereign pendants across cultures and eras, and it offers a timelessness that transcends fashion cycles. Set simply, the stone will speak with quiet dignity, and set with architectural detail it will echo the grandeur of classical jewelry, making it an ideal center for a ring intended to mark a milestone, a pendant meant to be carried close, or a bespoke design that honors family heritage. The durability of sapphire, renowned since antiquity for its toughness, ensures that with reasonable care this gem will remain vivid and intact, ready to be admired by future hands as it is admired today.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we understand the value of provenance and the resonance of a naturally formed gem, and we present this Madagascar sapphire as an object that will continue to captivate across generations. The medium intense green will respond to different light sources with subtle shifts, revealing cooler forest tones in subdued indoor lighting and warmer, fresher green under bright daylight, providing a lifetime of discovery for the wearer. The excellent polish ensures a surface that reflects life and light with clarity, while the slight inclusions act as a fingerprint, making this stone singular and irreplaceable. For someone who seeks a jewel that carries history without appearing dated, and that communicates refinement without ostentation, this sapphire stands as an embodiment of those ideals.

To care for this gem and preserve its captivating presence, gentle routines will suffice, and those practices will help maintain its brilliance for decades, even centuries. Clean with warm water and mild soap, dry with a soft cloth, and avoid exposure to harsh acids and abrasive treatments, because the stone is naturally untreated and deserves to be honored in that state. Periodic checks with a trusted jeweler will ensure settings remain secure, and refraining from rough impact will preserve the polish and shape that make the mixed brilliant cut so radiant. If you would like to view this gem in person, discuss setting options, or request a detailed gem report, our gem specialists at The Natural Sapphire Company are available to assist, and we welcome the opportunity to help place this green Madagascan sapphire into a design that will be admired now and treasured by generations to come.