1.58 Ct. Bluish Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent bluish purple sapphire weighs 1.58 carats, and is fashioned into a cushion shape with dimensions of 6.53 by 5.19 by 5.04 millimeters. The cutting style is faceted, employing a mixed brilliant cut that balances table brilliance with pavilion scintillation, and the finish reflects an excellent polish. Color is described as medium intensity, offering a clear bluish purple that reads slightly cooler in certain light and warmer in others, and the stone displays good face up presence for its weight. The clarity grade is slightly included, evaluated at eye level, and there has been no enhancement to alter color or clarity. The gem is untreated and originates from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a source known for producing sapphires with delicate, often pastel influenced tones. The proportions and polish allow consistent light return, and the cushion outline lends a clean, classical appearance suitable for a variety of mounting styles.

The slight inclusions present in this sapphire are natural identifiers that contribute to the gem character and provenance. These inclusions are fine and generally consist of minute crystals, thin needle like growth features, and minor feathering that formed during the crystal growth process, each inclusion pattern acting like a fingerprint. Inclusions of this nature are commonly used by gemologists to corroborate origin and to distinguish individual stones, and they are part of what makes an untreated Ceylon sapphire distinctive. Because the cut and polish are proportioned to maximize brilliance, these inclusions do not materially diminish light performance, and they do not substantially affect the durability of the stone when set and worn with reasonable care. At The Natural Sapphire Company we document these internal features as part of our descriptive grading, and we provide detailed images and independent assessment summaries on request to assist with identification and verification. For those preferring natural, untreated material, this sapphire offers a balance of pleasing color, a refined cushion silhouette, and an honest clarity profile that underscores its natural origin and individual character.