0.34 Ct. Greenish Blue Sapphire from Montana

If you are searching for a sapphire that can serve as the perfect symbol of a promise, the ideal center for an engagement ring, or a rare gem to complete a discerning collection, this pear shape greenish blue sapphire answers that need with quiet confidence. This transparent 0.34 carat stone measures 5.50 x 3.41 x 2.50 mm, and its mixed brilliant cut is designed to maximize light return while maintaining elegant proportions. The clarity is very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means the stone reads clean to most observers while retaining the natural, identifying features that make a genuine sapphire so intriguing. With medium color intensity and an excellent polish, this gem combines a peaceful, evocative hue with lively surface reflections, making it equally at home in a delicate solitaire mount or as the central point of a bespoke, heirloom quality design. At The Natural Sapphire Company we select stones that meet emotional and technical standards alike, and this Montana sapphire reflects that dual commitment to beauty and integrity.

What sets this sapphire apart at a glance is the way its greenish blue hue shifts in different lights, a characteristic often associated with Montana origin sapphires. The mixed brilliant cut brings a modern faceting scheme to a classic pear silhouette, creating a balance between scintillation and color windowing that many collectors find irresistible. The excellent polish ensures that every facet face is smooth and precise, so that light passes through and reflects back with clarity, producing crisp flashes and soft inner glow. Heat treatment has been applied, a widely accepted enhancement that stabilizes and intensifies the color, while preserving the gem s inherent structure. Because this stone is transparent with only very very slight inclusions visible at eye level, it maintains a refined appearance on the finger or in a display, while offering the authenticity collectors prize. The compact dimensions make it a versatile choice for a tapered mounting, a petite halo, or a three stone arrangement, where it will harmonize with accent diamonds or colored side stones.

When comparing brilliance to more common gemstones, the unique strengths of this Montana sapphire become even more apparent. Compared to aquamarine, which often presents a lighter, more watery blue and a softer glow, this sapphire offers deeper color saturation and a denser visual weight, which makes color more perceptible from a distance. Compared to blue topaz, which can be bright but sometimes overly uniform due to common treatments, this sapphire displays natural depth and subtle zonation that adds personality to each movement. Against tanzanite, which is prized for its violet blue and strong pleochroism, the Montana sapphire stands out for its cooler, greener blue tones and superior hardness, meaning it withstands daily wear more readily. Versus a diamond, which excels in white light dispersion and lively white brilliance, a colored sapphire like this one offers the advantage of emotional resonance through color, providing a focal point that communicates mood as well as light. The mixed brilliant cut here enhances scintillation in a way that flat step cuts cannot, producing a lively pattern of light that complements the stone s inherent color rather than washing it out.

For someone seeking a ring that feels both intimate and resilient, or a collector who wants a distinct Montana example with character, this gem delivers. The size is perfect for an elegant, understated engagement ring that will not overpower a slender hand, and the pear shape offers a flattering elongation that suits many finger types. Because sapphire rates nine on the Mohs hardness scale, it is an excellent choice for everyday wear, and its heat treated status means color stability is improved, while you still retain the natural origin story that makes Montana stones desirable. At The Natural Sapphire Company we are committed to guiding you through setting options, care recommendations, and certification, so that your experience is as assured as the gem itself. If your search has been for something both rare and wearable, that stands apart from more common blue gems by color depth, natural charm, and refined brilliance, this greenish blue pear sapphire is the precise solution, and we look forward to helping you bring it into a design that completes your quest.