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0.99 Ct. Greyish Blue Cabochon Sapphire from Montana
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Item ID: | S24982 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 6.55 Width: 4.85 Height: 3.14 |
Weight: | 0.99 Ct. |
Color: help | Greyish Blue |
Color intensity: help | Medium Light |
Clarity: help | Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Cabochon |
Cutting style: | Cabochon |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Montana |
Per carat price: help | $400 |
This exquisite greyish blue sapphire exemplifies the finest nuances of the cabochon cut, a specialty of The Natural Sapphire Company. With a weight of 0.99 carats and dimensions measuring 6.55 x 4.85 x 3.14 mm, this sapphire captures a harmonious balance between size and elegance. The cabochon cut, distinguished by its smooth, dome-shaped upper surface and flat base, is known to enhance the natural beauty and inherent characteristics of gemstones. Unlike faceted cuts that focus on maximizing light reflection through numerous angles, the cabochon prioritizes the preservation of color and clarity, allowing the richness of the gemstone to take center stage.
Montana is renowned for producing sapphires with distinctive coloring and clarity, and this particular piece is no exception. Its captivating greyish blue hue is graded as medium light in color intensity, offering subtle yet entrancing shades that can evoke various moods and settings. The clarity of this sapphire is slightly included, a designation that enables us to appreciate the gemstone’s natural inclusions formed over millions of years. Through keen evaluation at eye level, these inclusions do not detract from the gem’s beauty but instead lend each piece a unique narrative, contributing to its individuality and character.
The polished surface of this particular sapphire is of excellent quality, ensuring it exudes a soft, almost mystical glow. This superior polish significantly enhances its reflective properties compared to other stones in its category, which may not benefit from such meticulous craftsmanship. For connoisseurs, the reflective qualities of a cabochon cut sapphire differ notably from those observed in faceted stones such as diamonds or rubies. While the latter are celebrated for acute brightness and scintillation resulting from light reflecting through angular cuts, the sapphire’s cabochon presents a universe of softer gleams and internal luster. This gemstone delicately captures and releases light, providing a calm, continuous dazzle that is soothing to the eye, allowing its inherent color to command full attention.
The excellence of craftsmanship by The Natural Sapphire Company further ensures that each stone is ready to meet the expectations of discerning buyers who value not just appearance but the whole story woven through nature and human expertise. This transparent 0.99 carat oval-shaped gem does more than merely sit in its setting. Instead, it transforms ambient light into an expression of subtle elegance. It is ideal for those seeking an intricate combination of color, clarity, and gentle light performance. Matching its inherent qualities with Montana’s reputable origin, this sapphire represents an impeccable choice for those who wish to distinguish themselves by understated refinement.



