1.10 Ct. Purple Sapphire from Madagascar

This description begins with clear provenance and exact specifications, because precision matters when you are choosing a singular treasure. This stone is a transparent purple sapphire weighing 1.10 carat, measured at 6.90 by 5.28 by 3.62 mm, fashioned in an elegant oval shape with a mixed brilliant cut. Its clarity is graded slightly included when evaluated at eye level, and it has a medium intense color intensity that reads as a richly saturated violet with a luminous undertone. The polish is excellent, each facet rendered cleanly to maximize light return, and importantly this sapphire has no enhancement. Origin is Madagascar, a source known for producing characterful and vibrant sapphires, and this specimen arrives to you in its natural state, a gem that speaks of the earth rather than the laboratory. These characteristics together create a balanced gem, one that pairs measurable gemological quality with a rare and wearable size, perfect for a bespoke creation that will be treasured for generations.

Owning this purple sapphire is to join a quiet circle of connoisseurs who value authenticity, provenance, and individuality. The Natural Sapphire Company curates only a small selection of untreated Malagasy gems of this quality, and each stone is chosen for its distinct personality, not for mass market uniformity. Slight inclusions in a natural sapphire are not flaws to hide, they are a sign of origin and story, a fingerprint of the conditions that created this mineral over geological time. The mixed brilliant cut offers a pleasing balance between scintillation and depth, designed to make the most of the medium intense color while preserving weight and presence in wear. With just 1.10 carat and compact dimensions that sit comfortably in many settings, this oval purple sapphire has an exclusivity that is both accessible and rare. It is the kind of gem that will reward careful setting and provenance documentation, and that will quietly distinguish its wearer as someone who chooses substance and singularity over the common and replicated.

How this sapphire performs under light is central to its appeal, and it is here that its mixed brilliant cut and excellent polish show their worth. In bright daylight, especially under cool northern light or a clear midday sun, the gem opens to its truest hue, a vivid purple with cool undertones that break into flashes of lilac at certain angles. The mixed brilliant cut creates lively scintillation, so each movement produces a lively scatter of pale violet sparks across the crown facets, while the oval outline maintains a refined silhouette on the finger or in a pendant. Under warm incandescent light the purple warms slightly, revealing subtle rosy or magenta overtone nuances that lend the stone a richer, more romantic expression, turning reflections into small pools of deeper violet. In LED and modern store lighting the gem balances between those states, offering crisp flashes and a steady, saturated core color, ideal for urban wear where varied artificial light is the norm. In softer, low light such as candlelight the sapphire becomes more enigmatic, its surface refracting muted violet glimmers while the depth of the pavilion hides and then reveals color as the wearer moves, creating a sense of intimacy and mystery that is uniquely appealing.

When you imagine this sapphire set, consider designs that honor its individuality, because a gem of this quality benefits from a considered setting that complements its color and proportions. A simple, elegant four or six prong mounting will allow maximum light to enter and exit the stone, highlighting its mixed brilliant cut scintillation and letting the excellent polish speak without interruption. For a more bespoke statement, a halo of small white sapphires or diamonds can amplify perceived size and increase brilliance, while a warm metal such as rose or yellow gold will accentuate the stones warmer undertones evident under incandescent light. The Natural Sapphire Company is experienced in creating settings that preserve the natural beauty and untreated status of a gem, and our bespoke service pairs you with master craftsmen who will design around the sapphires exact attributes. Owning this gem is not merely a purchase, it is an invitation to commission a one of a kind piece that will be passed down, admired, and worn with pride. Because we keep our selection limited and because untreated Madagascar origins are increasingly sought after, this particular oval purple sapphire will not remain available for long, and when you choose it you join an exclusive group who value true rarity and responsible sourcing.