1.88CT Sapphire: Opalescent Teal Blue Parti Emerald Cut
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Specifications:
- Gemstone: Sapphire
- Color: Opalescent Teal Blue Parti
- Weight: 1.88 Carats
- Shape & Cut: Emerald Cut
- Dimensions (mm): 7.08 x 5.54 x 4.64
- Origin: Gombe, Nigeria
- Treatment: None
In Natural Light
This Nigerian sapphire holds the quiet colors of sea glass: pale teal, misted blue and a suggestion of soft green. Its opalescent body diffuses the light, while subtle shifts in color appear across the stone’s broad face. Fine internal features, including a darker, slender inclusion, remain visible beneath the surface and give the gem an unmistakably natural character.
The result is an atmospheric sapphire rather than a conventionally brilliant one. Its gentle color and translucent appearance invite a closer look, especially as the surrounding light changes.
The Lapidary’s Eye
An emerald cut gives this sapphire a calm, architectural outline. Broad step facets frame the opalescent interior without overwhelming its delicate color transitions, while clipped corners soften the rectangular silhouette.
The cut draws attention to the stone’s depth, internal features and layered teal-blue color. It would make a distinctive centerpiece for a custom ring or pendant designed to embrace the character of the natural crystal.