0.55 Ct. Padparadscha Sapphire from Madagascar

This listing presents a natural padparadscha sapphire weighing 0.55 carat, with dimensions of 5.04 by 4.26 by 2.77 mm, cut in a traditional emerald cut to emphasize clarity and color. The stone is transparent, with a clarity grade of slightly included when evaluated at eye level, and it displays a medium color intensity that balances pink and orange tones characteristic of padparadscha sapphires. The pavilion and crown exhibit an excellent polish, which enhances the stone's ability to return light and reveal the subtle salmon hue. This sapphire is untreated, with no enhancement, and it is sourced from Madagascar, a region known for producing naturally colored sapphires with distinctive tone and saturation.

The emerald cut is a specialist choice for padparadscha, with step facets and broad planes that present color in defined zones rather than as scintillating flashes. In this 0.55 carat size, the emerald cut creates a poised, architectural presence that reads as refined and understated on the finger. The medium color intensity provides a clear padparadscha identity while preserving a softer, more romantic character than heavily saturated stones. Because the polish is excellent, light travels cleanly across the broad facets, allowing the stone to show even color and internal depth. The slightly included clarity grade reflects small natural features that are typical of material from Madagascar, these features do not compromise the structural integrity of the sapphire and they contribute to its natural origin and character.

For use as an engagement gemstone, this padparadscha sapphire offers several practical and aesthetic advantages. Sapphire ranks nine on the Mohs hardness scale, ensuring strong resistance to scratches and daily wear, which makes it suitable for an engagement ring that will be worn continuously. The emerald cut profile sits low and flat against the hand, which reduces the risk of catching and provides comfortable everyday wear. Design options that complement this stone include classic four or six prong settings for a minimal, refined look, a bezel setting for added protection, or a halo of small diamonds to enhance perceived size and to provide contrast to the warm padparadscha tone. The sapphire pairs particularly well with rose gold, which harmonizes with its pink orange hues, and with yellow gold for a warmer, more vintage presentation. White gold or platinum settings create a modern contrast that frames the color and emphasizes the cut lines.

This padparadscha sapphire is documented as natural and untreated, and its Madagascar origin is part of its provenance and appeal. The Natural Sapphire Company can provide further information about origin and handling, and can advise on setting options that respect the stone's dimensions and clarity characteristics. Care recommendations include cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush, avoiding aggressive chemical cleaners and extended exposure to high heat or steam unless you have confirmation that the setting and any accompanying stones are compatible. For customers seeking a distinctive engagement option that combines rarity, durability, and an elegant cut, this 0.55 carat emerald cut padparadscha sapphire represents a considered choice that balances wearable size with unique color personality.