1.52 Ct. Bluish Green Sapphire from Madagascar

This exceptional transparent 1.52 carat round bluish green sapphire measures 6.77 by 6.83 by 4.05 millimeters, and displays a mixed brilliant cut that balances scintillation and color saturation. The mixed brilliant style places brilliant facets on the crown and a modified pavilion below, allowing this stone to throw lively flashes of light while retaining a deep, intense body color. With a depth of about sixty percent the proportions are well suited to maximize both brilliance and hue, so that the bluish green tone reads consistently from different angles rather than appearing washed out or overly dark. The clarity has been graded as slightly included when evaluated at eye level, meaning any natural inclusions are minor and do not detract from the visual impact or structural integrity of the gem. The polish is excellent, and importantly this sapphire carries no enhancement, so the color and clarity you see are the natural result of geological formation in Madagascar, a source that has produced some of the world s most distinctive and desirable sapphires in recent decades. As specialists, The Natural Sapphire Company presents this gem with confidence in its natural origin and its appeal to discerning connoisseurs.

From a technical and investment perspective this sapphire offers attributes that educated buyers prioritize, starting with its untreated status. Most commercial sapphires undergo heat treatment to improve color and clarity, but an unenhanced stone is rarer, and therefore often more sought after by collectors and investors who value natural provenance. The slightly included clarity grade indicates internal features that confirm natural formation, rather than the often overly uniform appearance of heavily treated material, and these inclusions are typically stable and do not affect wearability. The intense color intensity is a critical value factor, because for colored gemstones depth of tone influences desirability more than sheer size alone. The mixed brilliant cut enhances light return while preserving color, which is particularly important for a bluish green sapphire where hue balance is central to aesthetic appeal. Madagascar is recognized as a modern source of high quality sapphires, and provenance from that island contributes positively to the stone s story and market perception. If you require independent verification we can facilitate full gemological documentation from reputable laboratories, which is a standard request among serious buyers.

This sapphire is an excellent candidate to become a generational heirloom, because the material properties and the gem s characteristics lend themselves to longevity and timeless appeal. Corundum, the mineral family that includes sapphires, rates nine on the Mohs hardness scale, offering superior resistance to abrasion and daily wear, and the mixed brilliant round shape is a classic cut that will remain fashionable across generations. An untreated gem adds historical authenticity to a family piece, and the distinct bluish green hue gives it character that will stand out in any jewelry collection. To maximize longevity we recommend secure settings such as a well engineered prong mount or a protective bezel in durable metals like platinum or eighteen karat gold, and routine care consists of gentle cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush, along with periodic professional inspections to ensure the setting remains secure. At The Natural Sapphire Company we also offer guidance on bespoke mounting options and lifetime servicing to help preserve the gem for future heirs. The combination of natural origin, excellent polish, balanced proportions, and untreated intense color creates a stone that is not only beautiful today, but that carries the qualities collectors and families look for when choosing an enduring, valuable heirloom.