4.00 Ct. Green Sapphire from Madagascar

This green sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company is a rare example of beauty and precision in one stone, a transparent 4.00 carat round gem with dimensions of 8.69 by 8.72 by 6.59 millimeters. The mixed brilliant cut combines the deep pavilion faceting of a traditional brilliant with a carefully faceted crown, producing vibrant scintillation and a lively face up presence. Clarity is eye clean evaluated at eye level, which means the field of view is free of visible inclusions and the light returns are exceptionally pure. Color intensity is described as intense, a deep green that holds its saturation without becoming too dark, and the polish is excellent, so each facet edge is crisp and reflective. Origin matters to connoisseurs, and this sapphire comes from Madagascar, a source known for producing richly colored corundum, and the gem has been heat treated to stabilize and enhance its beautiful tone in a way that is both standard and accepted in the trade.

When you compare this stone to other green gems on the market, its advantages become clear. Versus emeralds, this sapphire offers superior durability and greater resistance to scratching and chipping, making it a better choice for everyday jewelry without compromising on the depth of green. Compared to tourmaline or peridot of similar hue, the sapphire presents a richer refractive index, translating to stronger brilliance and more lively sparkle. Against many other green sapphires in the market this piece stands out for its combination of size and eye clean clarity, as larger green sapphires often show more visible inclusions or a loss of saturation. Against lab grown alternatives, this natural Madagascar sapphire brings provenance and natural formation characteristics that appeal to collectors who value origin and rarity, while heat treatment remains a common, stable enhancement that offers exceptional value for the color performance you see.

Under changing light conditions this mixed brilliant cut green sapphire reveals multiple faces of its personality, making it fascinating to wear and view. In bright daylight the gem shows its truest intense green, with crisp flashes of lighter green as the crown facets catch the sun, creating an even, lively spread of color across the table. In cool LED lighting the higher refractive index of sapphire enhances the stone s brilliance and the faceting pattern produces more scintillation and contrast, so the gem sparkles with defined pinpoints of light. Under warmer incandescent or halogen light the stone takes on a slightly richer, warmer green, with deeper tones toward the center and lively flashes near the pavilion, offering an almost velvety depth that feels elegant and classic. In low light or candlelight the transparency and excellent polish allow the sapphire to show a soft inner glow and occasional flashes of brighter green as the mixed brilliant facets return light, making it perfect for evening wear where subtlety and depth are desired.

Choosing this Madagascar green sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company means choosing a gemstone that balances rarity, durability, and visual impact, while offering more value than many comparable stones on the market. The round mixed brilliant cut is exceptionally versatile for rings, pendants, or bespoke pieces, and the eye clean clarity paired with an intense, well balanced green delivers immediate visual appeal without requiring a premium for flawlessness. Heat treatment is clearly disclosed and is a widely accepted enhancement that keeps the stone affordable compared to rare unheated material with similar color, while still providing a permanent and stable hue. If you seek a center stone that will stand out for its color depth, sparkle, and practical wearability, this 4.00 carat Madagascar green sapphire is an excellent choice from The Natural Sapphire Company, and it pairs beautifully with both white and yellow precious metals to emphasize either brilliance or warmth.