1.11 Ct. Green Sapphire from Africa

One beautiful transparent 1.11 carat cushion shape green sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company offers a rare balance of size, clarity, and subtle color that sets it apart from many stones on the market. Measuring 7.06 by 5.05 by 3.31 millimeters, this gem has a presence that feels substantial for everyday wear without overwhelming a delicate design. Compared to typical green sapphires that can range from medium to strong color saturation, this sapphire shows a faint color intensity that reads as elegant and versatile, allowing the surrounding metal and accent stones to influence its appearance. The African origin of the stone gives it a character distinct from Sri Lankan and Madagascan sapphires, often presenting a cooler, fresher green that appeals to those seeking an understated and modern look. For buyers comparing stones, the combination of one carat plus weight, transparent clarity, and a refined cushion outline means this sapphire competes strongly with similarly sized stones that may sacrifice clarity for deeper color, or accept heavier inclusions to reach their tone.

The mixed brilliant cut on this cushion shape is the defining feature responsible for the gems exceptional interaction with light, and it is where this sapphire earns a clear advantage over many alternatives. A mixed brilliant cut typically marries a brilliant facet arrangement on the crown with a step or modified pavilion, creating a balance between lively scintillation and controlled light return. In this case the cutter has optimized facet angles and proportions to maximize reflection within the stone given its dimensions, producing a lively play of tiny flashes when the gem moves, while also preserving broad areas of reflected color across the table when viewed face up. The stones depth of approximately 3.31 millimeters against an average of 6.055 millimeters yields a depth percentage close to 54.7 percent, a proportion that supports a broad table and shallow pavilion that favor brightness and apparent size. Compared to a standard step cut or an extremely deep pavilion, this mixed brilliant cushion returns more white light and lively sparkle, and compared to a shallow poorly proportioned cut, it avoids dullness that can wash out a faint color. The cutters attention to balance makes the most of the sapphires subtle green tone, allowing flashes of white brilliance to enhance and lift the color rather than obscure it.

Clarity and polish contribute equally to the feeling of quality when you examine this sapphire in person, and on both counts this gem performs exceptionally. Graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, the stone appears essentially eye clean to most viewers, a level of clarity that is uncommon in green sapphires at this price and size. Very very slightly included means inclusions are minute and do not disturb the eyeclean appearance, particularly when paired with the mixed brilliant cutting that helps to obscure or redirect attention away from any internal features. The excellent polish ensures that facet junctions are crisp and surfaces are smooth, which enhances both brilliance and the perception of purity. The sapphire is heat treated, a widely accepted and stable enhancement that improves color uniformity and reduces undesirable tones without affecting durability. Compared to untreated stones with variable color zoning or heavier inclusions, this heat treated sapphire offers a more consistent, predictable appearance and a superior immediate visual impact at a friendlier price point for practical jewelry use.

When it comes to value and everyday desirability, this cushion shape green sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company is a thoughtful choice for buyers who want a distinctive yet wearable center stone. Its combination of one point one one carat weight, clean transparency, refined mixed brilliant cut, and excellent polish makes it particularly well suited to rings and pendants where light performance matters most. Setting designs that expose the pavilion and allow light to enter the girdle area will accentuate its sparkle, while open prong or bezel settings with thin rail work will show off the soft green tone without overpowering it. Compared to deeper, more heavily saturated green sapphires that require high color intensity to make an impact, this stone leverages precision cutting and clarity to deliver an elegant, lively look that reads as high quality and considered. At The Natural Sapphire Company we emphasize honest descriptions and careful cutting, and this gem exemplifies that approach by providing a superior balance of aesthetic appeal and value. If you are comparing options, consider how much of the final visual effect depends on cut quality and clarity, and how this sapphires mixed brilliant cushion shape outperforms many alternatives in delivering brightness, sparkle, and a refined green that complements a wide range of designs.