Twinkle Studs | Blue Sapphire

Elegant and versatile, these classic studs feature 3.5mm royal blue sapphires with an open, lively tone — rich in color but never overly dark. Each stone is precision-cut and loupe clean, with strong brilliance and a timeless deep blue hue. Set in a classic 6-prong that gives it a starry feel.

Each set of stones for stud earrings are carefully hand-selected out of hundreds of stones, ensuring the best and brightest color.

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DETAILS:

• 0.36ct Blue Sapphire, 3.5mm 
• Loupe clean/flawless
• 14k Yellow Gold
• Butterfly Backings
• Ethically sourced metals and stones

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STONE ORIGIN AND HISTORY:

ILAKAKA, MADAGASCAR (Sapphire Melee)
Ilakaka, in the southern highlands of Madagascar, is one of the world’s most important sources for melee sapphires. Since its discovery in the late 1990s, this region has produced an abundance of small, vibrant sapphires in rich royal blue hues, as well as purples, pinks, yellows, and greens. The rich variety and volume of melee material from Ilakaka have made Madagascar a key supplier of these brilliantly colored accent stones.

While larger, richly saturated gems are rarer, the melee from Ilakaka offers exceptional quality and intense color that brings depth and sparkle to any design.

Mining here is primarily artisanal and small-scale, with rough stones typically sold quickly and shipped mainly to Sri Lanka for cutting. This export pattern can make sourcing Ilakaka melee sapphires directly a challenge for many jewelers outside traditional cutting centers.

We are proud to present a thoughtfully curated selection of Ilakaka melee sapphires, chosen for their vibrant royal blue color, clarity, and character. These petite gems capture the extraordinary beauty of Madagascar’s geology and add a special touch of natural elegance to fine jewelry designs.

FACETING DESIGN: Simple Round Brilliant