Madagascar Blue Sapphire Cabochon Pair 5.93 ct Oval – Natural Loose Stones

Looking for sapphires with depth rather than sparkle? These are two natural Madagascar sapphires cut as high dome oval cabochons, closely matched at 2.98 ct and 2.96 ct. A cabochon doesn't chase brilliance. Its smooth dome draws light inside the stone, so the deep ocean blue seems to glow from within. They're made for a pair of bezel earrings, twin-stone rings, matching pendants or his-and-hers designs.

• Natural. Deep ocean blue. Matched. Made to be remembered.
• Matched pair of natural Madagascar blue sapphires, 5.93 ct total
• High dome oval cabochons, about 2.98 ct and 2.96 ct each (rounded)
• Deep ocean blue with a soft internal glow
• Heat only, the standard accepted treatment for sapphire
• A matched pair of loose natural blue sapphire cabochons from Madagascar, sold unmounted. There is only one of this pair.

Why a cabochon

The polished dome works like a lens, pulling light into the body of the stone and holding it there. The colour shifts between deep navy and brighter blue as the stones tilt, and looks even and rich in soft light.

The silk

The fine silk you can see in these stones is made of tiny natural needles that formed as the crystals grew. In a cabochon, a little silk is what gives the soft, velvety glow. These stones have enough to glow while staying clear enough for the blue to read rich rather than opaque.

Setting them

• About 8.5 × 6.8 mm each, close to standard 8.5 × 6.5 mm and 9 × 7 mm oval cabochon bezels
• A bezel wall of about 3.5–4 mm suits the 5 mm dome
• The smooth dome is ideal for bezel settings, with no facet edges to protect
• Deep blue looks classic in yellow gold and striking in white gold

Birthstone meaning

Sapphire is the birthstone for September and the traditional gemstone for 5th and 45th wedding anniversaries, long a symbol of loyalty, wisdom and sincerity.

Perfect for

Bezel Earrings · Twin-Stone Rings · Matching His and Hers Rings · Pendants · Jewelry Designers · September Birthdays · Christmas

About Roho Jewels

At Roho Jewels, everything begins with the stone. Every natural gemstone we offer is hand-selected in our Toronto studio. These are real, earth-mined sapphires, rubies, emeralds and pearls, never synthetics, and every stone is described honestly so you know exactly what you're buying. Our goal is simple: real gemstones, real craftsmanship and real value, without traditional retail prices.