1.25 Ct. Yellowish Green Sapphire from Madagascar

This 1.25 carat oval yellowish green sapphire offered by The Natural Sapphire Company stands apart from many market alternatives through its precise geometric faceting and careful cutting proportions. Measuring 7.63 x 5.55 x 3.59 mm, this gem uses a mixed brilliant cut that combines the best attributes of traditional brilliant shaping with an elongated oval outline. Where many commercial sapphires and lower cost substitutes rely on simple step cutting or coarse faceting to approximate sparkle, this stone has been proportioned to encourage optimal light entry and internal reflection. The crown and pavilion facet arrangement work together to capture light across a wide range of angles, then return that light as lively scintillation and controlled flashes of brilliance. This is not a one note colorous stone. It is transparent, with a medium color intensity that displays nuanced yellow and green tones as light moves through the facets, which is a testimony to the cutter focusing on optical performance rather than merely weight retention.

Compared with mass market stones that emphasize size over performance, this sapphire delivers superior visual impact in a smaller package. Many buyers compare it directly to green sapphires, tourmalines, and other green colored gems. Against untreated or poorly cut sapphires from the same color family, this piece shows more dynamic light play because of the mixed brilliant design. Compared with synthetic alternatives and glass imitations, this natural sapphire provides depth and complexity of color that those materials cannot reproduce. Even in comparison to round brilliants, the oval shape elongates the finger when set, while maintaining excellent symmetry and light performance. The excellent polish on this gem further enhances light return, creating crisp facet junctions and bright facet windows that make the color appear cleaner and more appealing than stones with dull or poorly finished facets.

In terms of clarity and treatment, this sapphire is evaluated as slightly included at eye level and has been heat treated, which is a responsible and widely accepted enhancement in the trade. Slight inclusions often give natural sapphires character and can contribute to a gem that is both unique and identifiable, while remaining fully wearable and durable. The heat treatment is stable and improves visual clarity and hue consistency, bringing out the attractive yellowish green tone without compromising structural integrity. Originated from Madagascar, this stone inherits a provenance that collectors and connoisseurs respect for its varied and lively color palette. Madagascar sapphires are distinguished in the market for offering interesting and sometimes rare tonalities, and when paired with precise cutting from a skilled lapidary, the result is a gem that stands out for both its natural origin and its finished optical effect.

When you are considering The Natural Sapphire Company, you are choosing a seller that prioritizes gem quality, ethical sourcing, and a meticulous approach to cutting for performance. This oval 1.25 carat sapphire is intentionally cut as a mixed brilliant to maximize the balance of brilliance, fire, and scintillation, and to deliver a finished gem that looks larger and more brilliant on the finger than many stones of similar weight. Compared to lower grade market options that emphasize carat over cut, this sapphire represents better long term value because it will retain desirability and beauty, while also offering versatility in setting styles from classic solitaires to more modern halo or three stone designs. For those who value a gem that performs under both ambient and direct light, this Madagascar sapphire offers a refined combination of natural color, precise faceting, and a quality polish, making it a superior choice for buyers who want a unique and enduring piece.