0.36 Ct. Purple Sapphire from Montana

This transparent 0.36 carat round purple sapphire measures 4.10 x 4.08 x 2.85 mm, resulting in an average diameter of 4.09 mm and a depth proportion of approximately 69.7 percent, a depth that is purposeful for maximizing color saturation. The gem is fashioned in a mixed brilliant cut, combining a traditional brilliant crown with a modified pavilion geometry, which concentrates and redirects incident light through controlled facet junctions. The crown faceting sequence produces well defined star and bezel facets that break light into scintillation points, while the pavilion facets employ a combination of brilliant style cuts and slightly elongated lower facets to reduce windowing and enhance internal reflection. This interplay of facet angles, in conjunction with an excellent polish, yields crisp facet separation and a lively return of white light and selective colored flashes, allowing the purple body color to present evenly under variable lighting, while maintaining dynamic brilliance.

Clarity is graded as very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which indicates minor internal characteristics that do not materially interrupt light pathways or detract from the overall transparency, allowing high contrast between facet faces. The medium color intensity of this Montana sapphire benefits from the mixed cut and the nearly 70 percent depth, the cut choice deepens perceived saturation without creating excessive darkness, producing a nuanced purple that shifts toward violet in certain viewing angles. The stone has been heat treated to stabilize and improve color uniformity, a standard enhancement that preserves the structural integrity and optical performance. At 0.36 carat and with the round shape, this sapphire is especially suitable for precision settings where symmetry and consistent light return are critical, such as solitaire studs, halo centers, or stackable rings. The Natural Sapphire Company presents this gem as a technically refined option for collectors and connoisseurs who value deliberate facet architecture, proven finishing, and provenance from Montana, with a stone that balances optical performance and natural character.