2.02 Ct. Orangish Yellow Sapphire from Madagascar

From the moment this orangish yellow sapphire first formed deep within the earth, it began a slow and private evolution, a story written in heat and pressure, and in the silent patience of time. Mined in Madagascar, a source renowned for producing sapphires with vivid character, this crystal emerged into the light with a rare and compelling aura. Its honeyed tones are more than a single hue, they are a conversation between warm amber and bright lemon, a balance that is naturally uncommon and that reads as distinctly orangish yellow. At 2.02 carats, this pear shaped gem occupies a sweet spot of presence and wearability, larger than many colored sapphires of comparable quality, and smaller than the rarer statement stones that are only occasionally found. The dimensions of 8.95 x 6.85 x 4.18 mm allow it to display its color across a refined surface, while still offering the practical elegance needed for a ring or pendant that will be worn every day.

The journey from rough to refined was guided by hands trained to honor each stone, and to coax out its best expression without masking its origin. Our cutters chose a mixed brilliant cut for this sapphire to maximize its internal fire and to bring forward a lively play of light, while the pear shape introduces a graceful silhouette that lengthens the finger or anchors a pendant with a gentle point of distinction. When examined at eye level this sapphire is graded as very slightly included. Those tiny internal features do not interrupt the gem’s overall transparency, rather they serve as fingerprint like markers of its natural history. The polish on every facet is excellent, a mirror finish that helps the intense color intensity read evenly across the surface, so that the orangish yellow vibrates with a saturated warmth that is rare in both tone and scale when compared to similarly sized sapphires.

We disclose that this sapphire has been enhanced by heat treatment, a conventional and accepted practice that gently amplifies color and clarity while maintaining the stone’s inherent character. Heat treatment is a discreet intervention, and when performed responsibly it unlocks the most expressive potential of a sapphire without compromising its natural provenance or long term stability. Origin is central to the narrative of any fine gem, and here the Madagascar origin informs both the personality and desirability of the piece. Sapphires from Madagascar are prized for their range, from delicate pastels to deeply colored gems, yet a vivid orangish yellow of this particular intensity and at a weight of 2.02 carats is genuinely uncommon. In the market of colored stones, matching size with such a saturated and warm hue is rare, and that combination is precisely what makes this sapphire an exceptional candidate for a unique commission or a treasured heirloom.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we steward this stone with the respect its story deserves, offering a transparent record of its attributes and a promise of thoughtful craftsmanship should you wish to see it set. Imagine this pear shaped gem as the centerpiece of a bespoke engagement ring, the soft tip pointing toward the hand to elongate and flatter, or as a pendant that catches light against the collarbone. Its mixed brilliant cut ensures lively scintillation with movement, while the excellent polish preserves the glow of the intense color intensity. For care, simple practices such as gentle soap and warm water, and avoiding harsh chemicals and extreme heat will keep the stone radiant for generations, reflecting both the care of its makers and the natural resilience that comes from its corundum structure. This sapphire is not merely an accessory, it is a narrative passed from the bedrock of Madagascar, through the skilled hands of cutters and polishers, into the design language of a jeweler, and finally into the story you carry.