2.30 Ct. Yellowish Green Sapphire from Australia

One beautiful transparent 2.30 carat cushion shape yellowish green sapphire is the kind of stone that makes a piece of jewelry feel both timeless and modern. This sapphire measures 7.23 by 7.20 by 5.23 millimeters, offering a generous face up presence without overwhelming a ring or pendant. The mixed brilliant cut gives it lively scintillation and precise light performance, while the intense color intensity draws the eye with a fresh, verdant tone that sits between green and yellow in a way that is unusually vibrant. Clarity is graded as slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means the gem reads clean to most observers while retaining natural character. The polish is excellent, producing crisp reflections and allowing the color to sing. This sapphire is entirely natural, with no enhancement, coming to you from Australia, a source known for producing hardy, high quality sapphires with appealing tones. When you compare this sapphire to many market alternatives, several advantages stand out, making it a superior choice for buyers who value authenticity, visual impact, and enduring wearability.

Color matters as much as clarity in colored gemstones, and this yellowish green sapphire presents an intense hue that separates it from the sea of commonplace stones. Many gems on the market mimic green tones, but tourmaline and peridot often show less saturation or color that shifts under different lighting. Emeralds display rich green, but they are frequently heavily included and commonly treated with oils to improve appearance, which affects durability and resale value. Compared to treated sapphires that are heat enhanced to attain pleasing tones, an untreated Australian sapphire with intense natural color brings a higher level of rarity and long term value. The mixed brilliant cut on this stone maximizes the interaction between light and color, combining the fire and scintillation of brilliant facets with the broader color windows that cushion cuts provide. The excellent polish further amplifies this effect, giving the stone crisp facet junctions and a lively surface appearance that competes successfully with more expensive colored gems. In direct comparison to diamonds, this sapphire offers a unique advantage in color that diamonds rarely provide without significant cost, while still delivering excellent sparkle when set and viewed in everyday lighting.

Durability is a primary reason this sapphire is a superior choice for everyday jewelry, and understanding the material science gives confidence for daily wear. Sapphire is a variety of corundum, which rates 9 on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness. This places it second only to diamond for resistance to abrasion, and considerably harder than gemstones that are often used in jewelry, such as quartz, topaz, and beryl. Hardness is critical for resisting scratches from daily contact, and the intense polish on this stone will retain its sharp reflections and bright luster through years of normal use. Toughness, which is a measure of resistance to chipping and breaking, is also excellent for corundum, and the slightly included clarity grade on this piece does not detract from its structural integrity. Those inclusions are small and generally internal, they do not form surface reaching fractures that would compromise the stone under impact. The dimensions of 7.23 by 7.20 by 5.23 millimeters and the 5.23 millimeter depth produce a balanced pavilion and crown relationship, which contributes to even stress distribution across the gem when set in a ring. Practical setting choices like a secure bezel for active wear, or a well designed prong setting for everyday elegance, will protect the stone while allowing the cushion outline and color to remain prominent. In short, this sapphire offers a rare combination of hardness and toughness that makes it ideal for daily wear, far outlasting many other colored gemstones under similar conditions.

The fact that this sapphire has no enhancement elevates its desirability and long term value, particularly when compared to the majority of colored stones on the market that are routinely treated. Heat treatment is common and acceptable in the trade for improving color and clarity, but an untreated stone carries a premium for collectors and discriminating buyers who value natural provenance. Origin matters, and Australian sapphires are recognized for stable, attractive colors and strong crystal quality, which often translates into gemstones that perform admirably in functional jewelry. When considering alternatives, lab grown sapphires offer affordability and good aesthetics, but they lack the natural formation history and the collectible appeal of an untreated Australian gem. Similarly, stones sold as enhanced or fracture filled can look appealing at first, yet they require more careful handling and can demand additional disclosure when reselling. Purchasing a natural, untreated, intensely colored cushion sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company gives you transparency regarding treatment and origin, and it aligns your choice with long term enjoyment and investment potential. The mixed brilliant cut, excellent polish, and clear disclosure of clarity and treatment status mean you know what you are buying, and you can set the stone with confidence in its performance and permanence.

Choosing The Natural Sapphire Company for a gemstone of this quality means you benefit from experienced guidance, thoughtful selection, and aftercare that protects your investment. Our team understands the nuances that separate a good sapphire from an exceptional one, and we emphasize stones that combine aesthetic appeal with practical durability for everyday wear. This 2.30 carat cushion shape yellowish green sapphire is an outstanding candidate for an everyday engagement ring, an heirloom pendant, or a bespoke cocktail ring that will be worn often. Care is straightforward, clean with warm water, mild soap, and a soft brush, avoid harsh chemicals and extreme thermal shock, and periodic inspection of the setting will keep the stone secure. For clients who desire extra protection in active lifestyles, we recommend settings that shield the girdle while still allowing the mixed brilliant faceting to display its scintillation. When compared to similarly colored gems that require more cautious handling or display visible treatments, this untreated Australian sapphire represents superior value, enduring beauty, and practical resilience. Contact The Natural Sapphire Company for personalized advice on settings, mounting options, and certification, so you can enjoy this exceptional yellowish green sapphire every day, with the assurance that your choice stands above other market options in both quality and lasting worth.