3.16 Ct. Padparadscha Sapphire from Madagascar

This C.Dunaigre certified Orangy Pink padparadscha sapphire weighs 3.16 carats, and measures 8.22 x 7.34 x 5.51 mm, presented in a cushion shape with a mixed brilliant cut. The orangy pink hue displays intense color intensity, balanced saturation, and even distribution that is indicative of fine Malagasy material, origin Madagascar, unenhanced. Clarity is graded very very slightly included at eye level, which means inclusions are minimal and do not interrupt the gemological pathways of light, and the excellent polish and precise facet junctions preserve maximum optical performance. The gem has been finished with strict attention to symmetry and proportional relationships between crown height, pavilion depth, and girdle thickness, which together control internal reflection windows and scintillation patterns. As a product available through The Natural Sapphire Company, this stone carries a documented provenance and a certification that confirms its natural state, color provenance, and absence of enhancement, attributes that are vital to informed collectors and connoisseurs.

The mixed brilliant faceting scheme is the technical heart of this sapphires superior sparkle, combining a brilliant cut crown optimized for high angle light capture, with a modified pavilion that directs light back through the table with layered return pathways. Crown facets are calibrated to create strong dispersion facets at oblique angles, while pavilion facets are angled and faceted to produce repeated internal reflections, resulting in a balance of scintillation and overall brightness. The cushion shape enhances this effect by introducing softened girdle geometry that promotes dynamic light play across rounded corners, and the specific measurements of 8.22 by 7.34 by 5.51 millimeters produce an ideal depth to table ratio for maximal light return in corundum. With very very slight inclusions, the stone maintains excellent transparency, enabling clean transmission of the orangy pink color and allowing traces of fire and spectral flashes to be observed even under ambient light. The excellent polish minimizes surface light scatter, ensuring crisp facet edges and sharp facetlets, attributes that amplify contrast and give this padparadscha a sparkle that is unmatched by many stones of similar weight. For collectors and designers seeking a natural, unenhanced padparadscha of verified origin, the combination of mixed brilliant craftsmanship, intense natural color, and meticulous finishing makes this sapphire a rare and technically superior choice from The Natural Sapphire Company.