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2.49 Ct. Green Sapphire from Madagascar
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Item ID: | S49956 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 9.65 Width: 6.99 Height: 4.42 |
Weight: | 2.49 Ct. |
Color: help | Green |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Eye Clean |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Madagascar |
Per carat price: help | $1,200 |
This oval shaped, transparent green sapphire from Madagascar embodies the kind of rarity and refinement that collectors and designers seek, it weighs 2.49 carats, and measures 9.65 by 6.99 by 4.42 millimeters, it has been expertly faceted in a mixed brilliant cut to balance sparkle and depth, it is graded eye clean at normal viewing distance, it shows intense color intensity with an excellent polish, and it has been heat treated in a standard, stable manner to reveal its best color, as presented by The Natural Sapphire Company. Compared to the many green stones on the market that can appear washed out, overly dark, or heavily included, this gem stands apart with a pure, saturated green that reads both vivid and sophisticated, it offers the immediate visual impact of a fine colored stone without the compromises often seen in stones of similar size. Buyers who compare this sapphire side by side with typical commercial green sapphires will notice cleaner transparency, more lively scintillation, and more even color distribution, qualities that translate into both aesthetic pleasure and superior long term value.
The mixed brilliant cutting style and precise faceting pattern amplify the stone s internal reflection, creating flashes of light that animate the green body color, this cutting approach marries the fire of a brilliant cut with the elegant proportions of an oval, producing a lively gem that performs well under varied lighting conditions, whether indoors under warm incandescent lamps, or outdoors in clear daylight. The excellent polish enhances surface finish and allows the stone to interact with light without distraction, the eye clean clarity grade means that at typical viewing distances the gem appears pristine and visually open, unlike many market alternatives that require higher settings to hide inclusions or murky areas. In practical terms the stone s 2.49 carat weight and 9.65 by 6.99 by 4.42 millimeter dimensions make it an ideal centerpiece for an engagement ring or a striking pendant, it sits elegantly on the finger, as shown in the images, and its proportions allow craftsmen to design settings that show off the color while protecting the girdle and pavilion.
When assessing quality and value, natural origin, color stability, clarity, and cut quality are key differentiators, this Madagascar sapphire scores highly across all of these categories, Madagascar is known for producing sapphires with nuanced and attractive green tones that balance blue and yellow undertones in pleasing ways, the intense color intensity of this stone is both fashionable and timeless, green is a versatile color that pairs beautifully with white gold, platinum, and yellow gold, and it offers an alternative to the ubiquitous blue sapphire market for clients seeking something distinctive. Compared to lab created sapphires, which can be more uniform but lack the natural character and story that collectors prize, and compared to lower grade natural stones that need recutting or filling, this gem delivers immediate readiness for fine jewelry, it requires no additional treatment beyond stable heating, a standard and accepted enhancement in the trade that improves color without undermining structural integrity, this makes the stone both an attractive purchase and a sensible long term investment.
Beyond immediate appearance and market comparison, this green sapphire will continue to captivate over the years, corundum is one of the hardest gem minerals, second only to diamond in the Mohs scale, and that inherent durability protects against everyday wear and abrasion, the excellent polish and solid cutting proportions will retain their visual charm through routine wear when set and cared for properly, the intense saturation of color is stable to light and typical environmental conditions, unlike some organic or softer colored materials that can fade or scratch, as the stone is worn and becomes part of a cherished piece the way it catches and returns light will create a sense of movement and life, observers will notice the depth and subtle shifts in tone that are characteristic of a well cut natural sapphire, over time the gem will gather stories and meaning, enhancing perceived value while continuing to be admired for its natural beauty. For clients seeking a single remarkable stone to become an heirloom, The Natural Sapphire Company presents this Madagascar green sapphire as a superior choice, it combines rarity, eye clean clarity, intense natural color, expert cutting, and long term wearability into a gem that stands above many alternatives on the market, we invite you to view this stone in person or discuss bespoke mounting options so that this enduring green sapphire can be transformed into a piece that will be loved for generations.































