How do Madagascar sapphires compare to Ceylon sapphires?

Madagascar sapphires often show deeper, more highly saturated blue shades that feel almost in the neighbourhood of Kashmir stones, while Ceylon (Sri Lanka) sapphires are celebrated for their brighter, more luminous, and a touch lighter cornflower blue look.

From a gemmological point of view, both places bring forth exceptional corundum. Ceylon stones have a longer historical pedigree and are known for remarkable brilliance and standout clarity. Meanwhile, deposits found in Madagascar during the nineties deliver gems with intense velvety saturation, giving real competition to the older Asian sources, especially in the upper-end market.