1.55CT Sapphire: Yellowish Green Shield Portrait Cut

Specifications:

• Gemstone: Sapphire
• Color: Yellowish Green
• Weight: 1.55 carats
• Shape & Cut: Shield Portrait Cut
• Dimensions (mm): 8.20 x 6.77 x 2.70
• Origin: Montana, USA
• Treatment: Heated

In Natural Light

This 1.55 carat Montana sapphire presents an unusual yellowish-green palette with an earthy, botanical character. Depending on the light and viewing angle, its color can move through fresh green, muted olive, and warmer yellow-green impressions, giving the stone a nuanced appearance rather than a single static hue.

Its shield silhouette immediately distinguishes it from conventional sapphire shapes. At 8.20 × 6.77 mm, the gem offers substantial face-up presence, while the shallow 2.70 mm profile allows the color and internal character of the sapphire to remain visually accessible.

The combination of Montana origin, unconventional color, and geometric shield form makes this an especially appealing stone for a custom piece where individuality matters more than traditional symmetry.

The Lapidary's Eye

Portrait cutting approaches a gemstone very differently from a traditional brilliant cut. Rather than relying on a deep pavilion to generate concentrated sparkle, this shield portrait cut emphasizes transparency, outline, surface reflections, and the inherent character of the sapphire itself.

The shallow 2.70 mm depth gives the 1.55-carat stone an impressive spread across its 8.20 × 6.77 mm dimensions. Its shield outline introduces a strong directional quality: a defined point balanced by angular shoulders and clean geometric lines.

That architecture creates exciting possibilities for bespoke jewelry. Oriented point-up, the stone takes on a classic heraldic character; rotated or positioned asymmetrically, it becomes distinctly contemporary. The unusual yellowish-green color further separates it from conventional Montana blues and teals.