2.52 Ct. Yellowish Green Sapphire from Tanzania

This transparent 2.52 carat pear shape yellowish green sapphire presents a clear and immediate statement of quality, with precise dimensions of 8.72 by 6.88 by 5.43 mm. The gemstone originates from Tanzania, and it is notable for being untreated, with no enhancement. The cutting style is faceted, executed as a mixed brilliant cut, and the overall presentation benefits from an excellent polish. The Natural Sapphire Company offers this stone as an example of natural color and clarity combined with a refined cut, suitable for collectors and designers who prioritize natural provenance and transparent treatment history.

The mixed brilliant cut emphasizes scintillation and color dispersion, adapting well to both direct and diffused light. The pear shape provides a balance between elongation and surface area, making the stone appear larger for its weight while retaining stable symmetry when set in a variety of mountings. The clarity grade is very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means that inclusions are minor and do not detract from the gem’s visual performance in typical viewing conditions. The excellent polish contributes to clean facet junctions and strong light return, allowing the intense color intensity to register fully across the table and crown facets. The dimensions and proportions are practical for use in rings, pendants, and drop earrings, where the mixed brilliant faceting will maintain luster under everyday wear.

The yellowish green hue has an intense color intensity that reads as lively and versatile, sitting comfortably between vivid and restrained. This balance allows the sapphire to function in both casual and formal contexts. In casual settings the color reads as fresh and contemporary, pairing well with warm and cool metal tones, especially yellow gold and rose gold, which enhance the yellow component, and white gold and platinum, which emphasize the greener aspects of the stone. In more formal settings the sapphire’s intensity and clarity afford a composed elegance that complements tailored attire and evening wear, without overwhelming a design or competing with other gemstones. The natural Tanzanian origin provides contextual interest for connoisseurs who value geographic provenance as part of a gem’s story.

Practical considerations underscore the sapphire’s suitability for regular wear. Sapphire rates nine on the Mohs hardness scale, providing excellent resistance to scratching, and the combination of sound clarity and excellent polish supports reliable durability in standard jewelry settings. Design options range from a classic solitaire ring or pendant that highlights the pear outline, to halo and three stone arrangements that introduce accent diamonds or other colored stones to modulate brightness and contrast. Maintenance consists of routine cleaning with mild detergent and warm water, avoiding harsh chemicals and extreme thermal shock. Documentation from The Natural Sapphire Company will specify the weight, dimensions, cut, clarity grade, color intensity, polish, enhancement status, and origin, supporting informed decisions by jewelers and purchasers alike.