1.19 Ct. Pink Sapphire from Madagascar

This 1.19 carat round pink sapphire from Madagascar is a study in measured proportions and expert lapidary craft, provided to you by The Natural Sapphire Company. The stone measures 6.54 by 6.45 by 3.82 millimeters, yielding an overall depth approximately 59 percent of the average diameter, a proportion that sits squarely within the range favorable for optimal light return in round cuts. The mixed brilliant cut integrates a traditional brilliant facet arrangement on the crown with a modified pavilion design, calibrated to maximize both face up brilliance and internal color saturation. Color is described as intense, consistent across the table and girdle, and the material is transparent, allowing light to penetrate deeply and interact fully with the faceting scheme. Clarity is graded eye clean at typical viewing distances, which to the unaided eye reads as effectively flawless, and polish is rated excellent, signaling precise facet junctions and well executed facet polishing that reduce surface diffusion and elevate sparkle. No treatments or enhancements have been applied, and the Madagascar origin is noted for producing pink sapphires with vibrant, pure hues and stable crystalline structure.

The mixed brilliant faceting executed on this small round sapphire creates a dynamic interplay between brilliance, scintillation, and color retention, a balance achieved by careful control of pavilion angle and crown height. The pavilion depth in combination with the measured depth percentage encourages strong internal reflection, returning light through the crown facets rather than leaking through the pavilion, which enhances perceived brightness and perceived saturation of pink. The crown facets are proportioned to produce tight, lively scintillation under movement, while the pavilion facets are modified to avoid excessive contrast that can cause dark windows. Because the stone is eye clean, there is no visible internal obstruction to this light performance, so every facet junction functions as intended, contributing to a coherent pattern of light and dark that reads as crisp and symmetrical. The excellent polish contributes to high specular reflection from facet planes, increasing apparent transparency and yielding crisp facet outlines when observed with a loupe or with the naked eye. From the table view, the pavilion reflections create concentrated stars and flash sequences, while oblique views reveal even color distribution and minimal zoning, reinforcing the impression of a flawless gem from multiple vantage points.

Beyond its optical performance, the craftsmanship and natural material attributes make this sapphire well suited to high quality jewelry applications where technical precision matters. The lack of enhancement preserves original crystalline characteristics, so color stability and hardness are in natural state, making the stone durable for daily wear when set with appropriate protective settings. The moderate depth percentage combined with the mixed brilliant approach results in a stone that will sit gracefully in a bezel or prong setting, maintaining strong face up presence without appearing shallow or overly deep in the mount. For the technically minded buyer, the combination of measured proportions, eye clean clarity, intense color intensity, and excellent polish delivers a gem whose aesthetic appeal is a direct consequence of disciplined lapidary technique. When set, the stone will present consistent flash and saturation from bezel to crown angle, and the uncompromised surface polish will allow metal light interplay to accentuate rather than mask the sapphire behavior. The Natural Sapphire Company stands behind the documented origin and untreated status of this gem, and the stone exemplifies the way precise cutting and natural material quality conspire to produce a pink sapphire that appears flawless from every angle.