{"product_id":"project-04-the-inner-garden-18-53-cts","title":"Project 04 - The Inner Garden - 18.53 cts","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Sapphire Corundum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Uncut Reserve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green \/ Teal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRough Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18.53ct\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Rough\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unheated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Australia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLab Certification: \u003c\/strong\u003eGIA after cutting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotential Cutting Options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oval, Cushion, Emerald Cut, or Pair of Rounds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Finished Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6ct target (+2\/-1ct) \/ Cut dependent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Finished Clarity: \u003c\/strong\u003eEye clean to slightly included, depending on final cutting direction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated Finished Tone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium dark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpected Inclusions After Cut: \u003c\/strong\u003eNatural inclusions may remain visible under close inspection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 18.53ct Australian sapphire rough was selected by The Sapphire Merchant for the colour concealed beneath its natural outer skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn its rough form, the stone appears dark and understated from some angles, with the quiet surface character often seen in Australian sapphire rough. Under light, however, the crystal opens to reveal a bright green to yellow-green body colour, with subtle teal undertones visible through parts of the stone. This contrast between the darker exterior and the colour held within is what gives Project 04 its story.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffered as part of The Uncut Reserve, this sapphire gives the buyer the opportunity to enter the process before the stone is cut. Rather than choosing a finished gem from inventory, the client is invited into the transformation — reviewing the cutting possibilities, understanding the trade-offs, and helping guide the final direction of the sapphire.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece has been selected with two preferred cutting directions in mind: an emerald cut or a cushion. An emerald cut could create a refined, architectural sapphire with clean lines and a more elegant presence, provided the internal structure allows. A cushion may offer a softer and more romantic finished shape, with greater flexibility to preserve weight, manage tone, and work around the natural features of the rough.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe final cutting direction will be chosen after careful assessment of the crystal. The goal will be to reveal the strongest colour possible while balancing beauty, clarity, durability, and weight retention. Because this sapphire shows both darker natural skin and brighter colour beneath the surface, orientation will be especially important in determining the final tone and appearance of the finished gem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs with all natural sapphire rough, the final result cannot be guaranteed before cutting. Finished weight, shape, colour, tone, clarity, and inclusion visibility will depend on the internal structure of the crystal and how it responds during preforming and faceting. The Sapphire Merchant will guide the process with the aim of creating the most beautiful and considered finished sapphire possible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is not simply a rough sapphire. It is a private sapphire commission — a natural Australian crystal with green light held beneath the surface, selected for its potential and shaped through expert cutting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReserve Project 04  and begin the journey from rough to finished sapphire with The Sapphire Merchant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Sapphire Merchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47605617918130,"sku":null,"price":18950.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/2413\/8162\/files\/202.jpg?v=1782009559","url":"https:\/\/www.thesapphiremerchant.com\/products\/project-04-the-inner-garden-18-53-cts","provider":"The Sapphire Merchant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}