1.31 Ct. Bluish Green Cabochon Sapphire from Montana

This Montana sapphire is a semi translucent, 1.31 carat, round shaped gem with precise dimensions of 5.89 x 5.90 x 3.66 mm, presented in a classic cabochon cut that emphasizes tone and surface luster, the gem displays a bluish green hue with medium intense color intensity and an excellent polish, the cabochon finish softens light return and gives a pleasing, even sheen across the dome, the clarity is graded included at eye level which indicates natural internal features are visible to the unaided eye, these inclusions are characteristic of many Montana sapphires and commonly present as small mineral crystals and localized growth features that confirm the stone is natural and not synthetic, the semi translucency and included nature are consistent with a specimen prized for its natural character and collector appeal, this piece has been heat treated, a standard and stable enhancement in the sapphire trade used to enhance color uniformity and reduce certain silklike inclusions, heat treatment in corundum is well established and does not compromise the underlying durability of the gem.

Origin plays an important role in valuation, Montana sapphires are respected for their distinctive palette that ranges from icy blues to teal and bluish green tones, the geology of Montana produces sapphires with subtle, often pastel influenced colors that differ from saturated gems found in other localities, for an educated buyer the combination of documented origin, cabochon presentation, and natural inclusions communicates provenance and rarity, at 1.31 carats this round cabochon occupies a desirable weight class for bespoke jewelry and collector cabinets, the excellent polish enhances surface appeal, and the corundum hardness of nine means this sapphire is durable for everyday wear when set properly.

For setting and care, a protective bezel or low profile prong mount is ideal to preserve the dome and guard against knocks, because this cabochon exhibits visible inclusions and semi translucency, avoid harsh mechanical cleaning methods and sudden temperature shocks, gently clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush, refrain from steam cleaning or ultrasonic cleaning if you are uncertain about internal fracture networks, The Natural Sapphire Company stands behind the gem descriptions and provenance, we welcome inquiries about matching stones, custom settings, and independent lab reports to assist the knowledgeable buyer in making a confident purchase.