1.30 Ct. Greenish Blue Sapphire from Montana

One of the first things you will notice about this gem from The Natural Sapphire Company is its quietly compelling presence, a greenish blue sapphire weighing 1.30 carat, cut into an elegant oval shape with precise dimensions of 6.85 x 5.53 x 3.66 millimeters. The mixed brilliant cut combines the fire of a brilliant style with the depth of step facets, creating a balance of sparkle and color saturation that is particularly attractive in sapphire material. Transparency is excellent for this piece, and it carries a clarity grade of very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which means the inclusions do not distract from the visual experience but rather confirm its natural origin. The medium color intensity gives this sapphire a fresh and wearable tone that shifts between tranquil sea green and classic cornflower blue depending on light and angle. Importantly, this stone has received no enhancement, a detail that elevates its rarity and desirability. Coming from Montana, a source known for producing uniquely hued sapphires with a distinct regional character, this gem offers provenance that collectors and designers often prize.

When you compare the brilliance of this Montana greenish blue sapphire to more common gemstones you immediately see what makes it stand out. Compared with diamonds, which are renowned for extreme fire and brightness due to high dispersion, sapphires display a subtler, more complex kind of brilliance. This sapphire, thanks to its mixed brilliant cut and excellent polish, maximizes scintillation and delivers lively flashes of light across the table and crown, producing a sophisticated play of light that feels more jewel like and less overtly flashy than a white diamond. Against aquamarine and blue topaz, which are both attractive and widely available, this stone offers a richer, more saturated color and a stronger depth of tone. Aquamarine often reads as pale and cool, and blue topaz tends to be very uniform, sometimes appearing synthetic to the trained eye. By contrast, this untreated Montana sapphire shows layered color and a natural character that changes with motion, creating a dynamic visual presence that many customers find more engaging and unique than mass market blue gems.

Beyond brilliance and color, the overall optical quality of this sapphire provides real advantage in practical wear and long term value. The very slightly included clarity grade keeps the gem visually clean while retaining natural inclusions that authenticate the stone as untreated and natural, a key factor for many buyers concerned about long term worth. The excellent polish enhances facet definition, allowing each facet to act as a precise mirror and boost light return. In everyday wear this sapphire benefits from the inherent durability of corundum, ranking high on the hardness scale and resisting scratches far better than aquamarine and topaz. This makes the gem ideal for rings, pendants, and other pieces worn frequently. The oval shape and the gem proportions of 6.85 by 5.53 millimeters yield a flattering face up size that appears larger than its weight might suggest, and the modest depth of 3.66 millimeters helps the gem sit gracefully in a variety of settings without looking bulky. For those seeking an engagement gem that is distinct from the usual options, this Montana sapphire offers a harmonious combination of everyday practicality and eye catching beauty.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we place a premium on sourcing stones that offer genuine value and individuality, and this 1.30 carat greenish blue Montana sapphire exemplifies that approach. Compared to commonly available, treated sapphires and mass market blue stones, this untreated gem carries an authenticity and provenance that enhance both emotional appeal and investment potential. When set in a simple prong setting the stone will show maximum light return and sparkle, and when set in a well designed bezel or halo the color will be intensified and the unique green blue tone will take on more depth. Our clients often tell us they appreciate the understated sophistication of a natural Montana sapphire compared to the predictable look of heat treated or synthetic pieces. If you are weighing options, consider that this gem gives you a rare combination of natural, untreated origin, excellent polish, pleasing medium color intensity, and a mixed brilliant cut that optimizes both color and sparkle. Contact The Natural Sapphire Company for further details, bespoke setting ideas, and personalized guidance, and let us help you choose the mounting that will best showcase this remarkable Montana sapphire.