1.13 Ct. Green Sapphire from Madagascar

This exquisite green sapphire from Madagascar, offered by The Natural Sapphire Company, is a transparent, cushion shaped gem weighing 1.13 carat, measuring 7.08 by 5.17 by 3.47 mm. The mixed brilliant cut has been executed to balance scintillation and color delivery, combining a faceted brilliant crown with a more traditional step influenced pavilion to create an open, lively face up that refracts light with both depth and sparkle. The stone presents an intense color intensity that reads as a true green with lively saturation, and the polish is excellent, giving the surface a glassy lustre that enhances the crispness of each table and facet reflection. As a no enhancement sapphire, this gem is in its natural state, which is an important distinction for collectors and connoisseurs who value provenance and authenticity as intrinsic parts of a sapphire s rarity and market value.

From a gemological perspective this sapphire demonstrates attributes that educated buyers will recognize as markers of quality, clarity, and value. The clarity is graded as slightly included when evaluated at eye level, meaning that small internal features are present but do not impede transparency or brilliance, and they can add character without compromising durability. Green sapphires often derive their color from iron related chromophores, and the particular hue and tone in this Madagascar origin stone reflect its geological environment, where trace elements have combined during crystallization to produce a stable and attractive green. The mixed brilliant cut is chosen to complement this chromatic character, as the crown facets maximize light return while the pavilion geometry deepens the perceived color, allowing the intense green to remain vivid under varied lighting conditions. Excellent polish and well proportioned facets ensure the stone performs well in jewelry, maintaining a strong presence whether set as a solitaire or incorporated into a more intricate design.

The provenance of Madagascar adds a layer of heritage and desirability to this sapphire, Madagascar being recognized over the past decades as a major source of gem quality sapphires in a broad range of colors. The island s alluvial and primary deposits have produced stones that appeal both to the modern market and to collectors seeking diversity in color and origin. Historically green sapphires and green corundum more broadly have been prized across cultures for their associations with renewal, growth, and protection, often used as talismans and set in heirloom pieces meant to be passed from one generation to the next. In many traditions green gemstones were selected for their calming qualities and their symbolic link to the natural world, qualities that align well with contemporary tastes for sustainable and story rich gems. When you select a natural, untreated Madagascar sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company you are not only securing a gem of notable optical quality, you are also connecting with a long heritage of gem cutting, trading, and jewelry making that values origin, craft, and the enduring symbolism of colored stones.

For practical considerations and design guidance this 1.13 carat cushion sapphire is ideally suited to a variety of settings, and its compact, yet substantial dimensions make it versatile for rings, earrings, or a pendant. The cushion silhouette lends itself to vintage inspired mounts that accentuate the stone s rounded corners and generous table, while the mixed brilliant facet arrangement will reward open settings that allow light to penetrate and return, maximizing fire and brilliance. Because the sapphire is untreated, it commands a premium among buyers who prioritize natural state gems, and its excellent polish means minimal finishing is required once mounted. For settings, warm metals like yellow gold can bring forward the warmer green facets, while white metals like platinum or white gold will emphasize the stone s clarity and brilliance, creating a crisp contrast that suits contemporary designs. At The Natural Sapphire Company we can advise on setting styles, metal choices, and secure mounting techniques that honor the gem s optical characteristics and heritage, ensuring that this Madagascar green sapphire becomes a centerpiece that retains both aesthetic appeal and long term value.