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History of the Madagascar Sapphire

February 18, 2021

Madagascar Sapphire diamond history

The sapphire is September's birthstone, and has seen popularity since the Middle Ages, especially with historic royal and religious leaders. But a special type of Sapphire was discovered more recently–– the Madagascar Sapphire. These sapphires were unearthed in the 1990's. Keep reading to find out why they're so special! A Brief … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Birthstones, Engagement Rings Tagged With: Engagement Rings, Madagascar Sapphire, sapphire

The Progression of a Madagascar Sapphire

November 16, 2012

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It is 1998 on the banks of the Ilakaka river valley. It is a hot and dry day and in the warm beating sun a seam of high quality unearthed and unexpected sapphires are glittering brightly like a colored carpet. This is where the story of this Madagascar Sapphire progression begins. From a mere stone, buried deep … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Diamond Buyer Loves, Estate Jewelry Tagged With: Cushion Shaped, Diamond Buyer, Human Interest, Ilakaka, Logan Sapphire, Madagascar, Madagascar Sapphire, Progression, River Valley, sapphire, The Sapphire

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