An exceptionally rare find: A completely natural, untreated Blue Sapphire from Madagascar boasting near-perfect VVS clarity and a brilliant, large face-up presence.Story & DescriptionDiscover the pristine beauty of Madagascar with this exquisite 1.68-carat Blue Sapphire. Mined from the famous Ilakaka or Didy deposits of the island nation, this stone represents a true rarity in the world of fine corundum: it possesses the coveted combination of being completely unheated while maintaining VVS (Very Very Slightly Included) clarity.While 95% of the world's sapphires undergo heat treatment to enhance their appearance, this gem remains exactly as nature intended. Its crystal is untouched by thermal enhancement, yet it offers a transparency and brilliance that rivals the finest heated stones.Why this stone is special:Origin (Madagascar): Madagascar has rapidly become one of the world's premier sources for fine blue sapphires, often producing stones with a vibrant, electric "cornflower" hue that rivals the legendary sapphires of Ceylon (Sri Lanka). This piece exhibits the classic Madagascan luster—bright, lively, and incredibly brilliant.Color & Cut: The stone features a precision Oval Mixed Cut, optimized to maximize brilliance and color return. The hue is a lively, medium-toned blue—bright, open, and never "inky" or overly dark.Clarity (VVS): A true collector's grade. The stone is visibly clean to the naked eye (eye-clean), with virtually no inclusions distracting from its sparkle. Finding a natural, unheated sapphire with this level of transparency is incredibly difficult.Proportions: Measuring 7.85 x 6.1 mm, this sapphire has an excellent "spread." It faces up larger than its carat weight implies, offering the visual impact of a 2-carat stone without the premium price tag.Ideal ForThis sapphire is perfectly suited for a custom engagement ring or a high-end solitaire pendant. Its durability (9 on the Mohs scale) ensures it can be worn daily, while its "unheated" pedigree makes it an heirloom-quality investment piece.Specifications at a GlanceAttributeDetailGemstoneNatural Blue Sapphire (Corundum)OriginMadagascarCarat Weight1.68 ctDimensions7.85 x 6.1 x 3.8 mmShape/CutOval Mixed CutClarityVVS (Eye-Clean)TreatmentNone (Unheated / No Heat)ColorMedium "Cornflower" BlueHardness9 (Mohs Scale)