1.53 Ct. Green Sapphire from Tanzania

This 1.53 carat pear shape green sapphire is a finely proportioned, transparent gem measuring 7.40 by 6.01 by 4.53 millimeters, cut on a mixed brilliant plan to balance fire, scintillation and color depth. As a corundum variety, this sapphire’s green hue is derived primarily from trace iron within the crystal lattice, and in this example the iron concentration and its distribution give a rich, dark green color intensity that reads as both deep and lively in hand. The stone is graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which means the inclusions are minimal to the unaided eye and do not materially interrupt the gem’s visual performance. An excellent polish on the facets further enhances light return and surface brilliance, while the confirmed origin of Tanzania situates this sapphire within a well-regarded East African tradition of colored stone production. Importantly, this sapphire is offered untreated, with no enhancement reported, a characteristic that materially increases desirability for collectors and connoisseurs who value natural colour and unabated crystal structure.

The mixed brilliant cut employed on this pear shape marries the best attributes of brilliant faceting—heightened scintillation and lively return of white light—with facet arrangements that preserve and showcase the green body color. This cut also helps conceal any minor internal characteristics, contributing to the very very slightly included visual grade and allowing the gem to present as effectively eye-clean while retaining depth. The pear silhouette is inherently versatile and flattering; at these dimensions the stone will sit comfortably as the focal point in a ring, pendant, or drop earring. Its length and width create a balanced profile that reads as elegant on a finger or as a pendant drop at the throat. The dark color intensity gives the gem a bold, statement-making presence, particularly under cooler light where the green takes on a sapphire-like depth, and in warm light where subtle bluish or yellowish modifiers may soften the tone and add complexity. Because sapphires are corundum, this gem enjoys excellent durability for everyday wear, making it appropriate for an engagement ring or a piece meant for frequent use without sacrificing the dramatic visual impact.

For the educated buyer this green sapphire is notable for a combination of factors that together make it exceptional as a gift for someone special. Untreated, transparent green sapphires with strong color saturation and very very slightly included clarity are comparatively uncommon, and provenance from Tanzanian deposits adds a layer of traceability and interest that many collectors and ethically minded purchasers appreciate. The absence of heat or other enhancements preserves natural characteristics and supports both long-term value retention and collectible rarity. From a design perspective, the stone’s dark intensity benefits from settings that allow light to enter from multiple directions; a slightly raised prong setting will maximize brilliance and give the stone a striking face-up appearance, while a halo of small white diamonds can accentuate the green by contrast for a truly show-stopping gift. For a more modern look, a simple bezel in warm yellow gold will highlight the green’s depth and create a refined, wearable silhouette. At The Natural Sapphire Company we can advise on mounting styles and hand-finish options to ensure the setting complements the sapphire’s proportions and color.

Choosing this 1.53 carat Tanzanian pear shape green sapphire as a gift communicates discernment, appreciation for natural materials, and a preference for enduring quality. Its combination of transparency, excellent polish, mixed brilliant faceting, very very slightly included clarity at eye level, and untreated origin make it an attractive objective purchase for someone who values both the aesthetic and the geological story of their gemstone. The gem will make a striking, personal present—one that reads as both sophisticated and intimate whether set alone as a solitaire or incorporated into a bespoke design. If you would like detailed images, a lighting-view video, or advice on setting options to optimize this sapphire’s presence, The Natural Sapphire Company is available to provide gemological context, mounting recommendations, and certified documentation to accompany the stone.