1.06 Ct. Yellowish Green Sapphire from Tanzania

This 1.06 carat, transparent oval sapphire began its journey deep in the gem-bearing gravels of Tanzania, where local miners first spotted the delicate yellowish green glow that set it apart. Hand collected and carefully documented by our sourcing team, the rough was selected for its clarity and innate color, then entrusted to expert cutters who used a mixed brilliant cut to balance scintillation and color saturation. The cutter thought in millimeters and light, shaping it to precise dimensions of 7.26 x 5.02 x 2.97 mm while preserving weight and transparency, and polishing each facet to an excellent finish. Evaluated at eye level as very very slightly included, with intense color intensity and no enhancement, this sapphire carries an honest, natural story from mine to market, a provenance that we at The Natural Sapphire Company stand behind with pride.

Compared with the bulk of stones on the market, this Tanzanian yellowish green sapphire offers clear advantages in quality, value, and rarity. Many competing sapphires are heat treated or otherwise enhanced to mask inclusions or to force a color that was not naturally present, but this gem is completely untreated, which collectors and connoisseurs consistently prefer for long term value and authenticity. Its near flawless appearance to the unaided eye and its mixed brilliant cut deliver a sparkle and life that step cuts and poorly proportioned stones cannot match, and its dimensions make it versatile for an elegant solitaire, a delicate halo setting, or bespoke pieces where a one of a kind color is desired. For buyers comparing price per carat, an untreated, transparent stone with intense color and VVS eye level clarity represents a superior investment when contrasted with similar sized, treated, or included material.

When you choose this sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company you are choosing a gem with a traceable origin, meticulous craftsmanship, and a unique personality on the spectrum between green and yellow that few sapphires can claim. Its combination of natural color, excellent polish, precise mixed brilliant faceting, and ethical sourcing creates a value proposition that stands above mass market alternatives, and ensures a memorable centerpiece that will retain both beauty and worth for years to come.