2.06 Ct. Pink Sapphire from Madagascar

This gem is a GIA certified purple pink sapphire, weighing two point zero six carats, with an asscher octagon outline and precise dimensions of seven point two one by six point eight two by four point zero three millimeters. The asscher cut retains the classic square step profile with truncated corners, producing an elegant octagonal silhouette that reads both vintage and architectural. The overall depth of the pavilion and crown combined translates to approximately fifty seven and a half percent relative depth, a proportion that balances broad step facet planes with depth sufficient to concentrate color while avoiding excessive windowing. Color has been assessed as intense, the saturation leaning toward a deep pink with cool purple undertones, and the stone presents a transparent body with excellent polish, yielding clean, mirror like step facets and crisp facet junctions that emphasize both luster and color uniformity.

From a faceting and clarity perspective this stone demonstrates skilled lapidary control. The asscher style uses concentric step facets on the crown and pavilion to create reflected halls of light and broad flashes rather than scintillation. The execution on this piece is precise, with symmetrical facet alignment and a table plane that avoids leakage of light, which is particularly important for a step cut where color delivery is the primary performance metric. Clarity is graded as very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which in practice means minor natural inclusions are present but they do not detract from the gem s transparency nor its intense color. These inclusions are consistent with natural corundum and serve as identifying characteristics, while the excellent polish ensures that these internal features do not impede the strong, even light return. The sapphire has been heat treated, a stable enhancement widely accepted in the trade, applied to optimize hue uniformity and saturation. Heat treatment in this context is permanent under normal wear, and it harmonizes internal color zoning to deliver the consistent intense purple pink tone that is the stone s defining quality.

Ethical sourcing is integral to the provenance of this sapphire, which originates from Madagascar, and The Natural Sapphire Company applies rigorous traceability and supplier vetting to this parcel. We work with vetted partners at the mine and in country to maintain an auditable chain of custody, and this example has supporting documentation confirming origin and treatment as reflected on the GIA report. For the conscious buyer, this means acquiring a stone that is not only technically impressive, but also responsibly sourced, with attention to environmental rehabilitation practices at the alluvial workings and fair economic terms for artisanal communities. Choosing this sapphire aligns with a collection strategy that prioritizes transparency, durable value, and ethical stewardship, because the combination of laboratory certification, clear treatment disclosure, and provenance documentation reduces uncertainty and supports long term trust.

In terms of design integration and care, the asscher octagon presents both aesthetic opportunities and practical considerations. The step cut favors settings that showcase depth of color, such as a solitaire with an open gallery to permit light to enter the pavilion, or a low bezel that protects the corners while allowing face up viewing of the broad crown facets. Metal selection can further enhance the purple pink character, with cool white metals increasing perceived brilliance, and warm rose gold subtly intensifying the pink component. Given the inherent durability of corundum, Mohs hardness nine, this sapphire is well suited for everyday wear when set properly, and routine care consists of gentle cleaning with warm soapy water or a professional ultrasonic if the setting permits, taking into account existing heat treatment which is stable under normal conditions. This gem offers a sophisticated technical profile, a distinct intense hue, and documented ethical provenance, making it a considered addition to a conscious collector s cabinet via The Natural Sapphire Company.