1.97 Ct. Yellowish Green Sapphire from Madagascar

This loose sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company is a transparent yellowish green sapphire, weighing 1.97 carat, cut in a classic emerald shape. The gemstone measures 8.21 x 6.18 x 3.72 mm, and it is faceted with stepped pavilion and crown facets that define the emerald cut geometry. The color exhibits an intense saturation, and the clarity grade is very slightly included evaluated at eye level, indicating minimal visible inclusions to the unaided eye. The surface finish is described as excellent polish, and the stone is reported as having no enhancement, originating from Madagascar, a known source of finely colored corundum.

The proportions of this stone have been executed to balance face up presence and light control. With a length to width profile that favors a broad, rectangular outline, the sapphire presents a substantial visual area for its weight. The measured depth of 3.72 mm yields a depth that is neither overly shallow nor excessively deep when compared to the length and width, and this proportion helps maintain even color distribution across the table and step facets. The emerald cut and the thoughtful faceting strategy emphasize clarity and color rather than scintillation, creating broad, mirror like flashes that are typical of step cut stones. Because of the excellent polish and the very slightly included clarity at eye level, the internal reflections remain clean, and the stone is well suited to open prong settings, bezel mounts that showcase the table, or designs where the color field is the focal point.

Optically, this sapphire responds to different lighting conditions with consistent intensity and subtle variation in hue. In balanced natural daylight, particularly in soft north light or diffused overcast conditions, the sapphire presents its truest yellowish green tone with even saturation across the table and shoulders. The emerald cut allows the eye to assess the body color directly, and the intense color intensity reads as a concentrated yellowish green that is readily appreciable without magnification. Under direct sunlight, the stone produces larger, contrasting flashes of light from the step facets rather than the small scintillating pinpoints associated with brilliant cuts, and these broad flashes can create a hall of mirrors effect that alternates between brighter and deeper zones within the stone as it is moved. Under warm incandescent lighting, the yellow component of the color becomes more pronounced, producing a warmer yellowish green appearance that can read closer to chartreuse in certain angles. Under cool white LED or fluorescent lighting, the green component may appear slightly emphasized, producing a fresher, greener tone. In low ambient light the sapphire retains its body color, though the degree of apparent saturation diminishes as the amount of incident light decreases. Due to the step faceting and excellent clarity, pleochroic tendencies if present are observed subtly as shifts between greener and more yellowish facets when the stone is rotated, rather than abrupt shifts. The lack of enhancement contributes to a natural and stable response under varied light sources, and the excellent polish ensures that refraction and surface reflection are maximized for a clean optical performance.

For practical considerations, this sapphire offers a balance of visual impact and versatility. The 1.97 carat weight and the 8.21 x 6.18 mm table present a substantial face up appearance for a center stone in rings, pendants, or bespoke jewelry. The emerald cut favors clean, modern settings and is particularly effective when the design prioritizes color and clarity. Because the clarity is very slightly included evaluated at eye level, inclusive evaluations for settings should take into account that the stepped facets will emphasize any internal features more than a brilliant cut might. The excellent polish mitigates any unnecessary surface diffusion, enhancing durability of luster during regular wear. As an untreated sapphire from Madagascar, the material will age and wear like natural corundum and benefits from standard care practices such as avoiding harsh chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners when inclusions are near the surface, and having periodic professional inspections for prongs or bezel integrity. The Natural Sapphire Company can provide guidance on mounting options that complement the emerald cut geometry and preserve the natural appearance of this untreated stone.

In summary, this 1.97 carat yellowish green emerald cut sapphire combines intense, natural color, precise emerald cut faceting, very slightly included clarity at eye level, and excellent polish to produce a gem that performs consistently across lighting environments. It presents broad reflective planes and a clean color field that responds predictably to daylight, direct sunlight, and artificial light, offering subtle shifts in warmth and green intensity without sudden or distracting color change. Originating from Madagascar and offered without enhancement, the stone represents a natural example of corundum whose optical character is defined by color and clarity rather than by treatment or artificial modification. For collectors and designers seeking a step cut sapphire that emphasizes color saturation and clarity, this gem provides a reliable, well proportioned option, and The Natural Sapphire Company can assist with any technical details required for setting and preservation.