1.15 Ct. Green Cabochon Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 1.15 carat round green sapphire is presented in a classic cabochon profile, dimensions 5.90 by 5.89 by 3.34 millimeters, yielding a medium-high dome that concentrates color across the crown. The round outline is precisely executed, with near-equal diameters indicating tight symmetry and a consistent girdle proportional to the overall dimensions. The cabochon cut emphasizes even curvature rather than faceting, and the cutter has maintained a smooth, continuous transition from girdle to apex to optimize light transmission and internal glow. The stone is semi-translucent, and the dome height of 3.34 millimeters is intentionally chosen to balance depth of tone and translucency, resulting in an intense color presentation without excessive darkening.

Color and clarity characteristics are carefully noted, with an intense green color intensity and semi-translucent bodycolor that allows a lively internal reflection under direct light. Clarity is graded very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which indicates the presence of minor inclusions that do not materially impact the visual appeal or structural integrity when viewed without magnification. The surface condition is described as excellent polish, producing strong specular highlights and smooth light return across the dome. The sapphire has undergone standard heat treatment to enhance color and reduce certain internal features, a common and stable enhancement for sapphires, and the reported origin is Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a provenance associated with well saturated and evenly colored material.

From a lapidary and setting perspective, the stone demonstrates high-quality workmanship suitable for precision jewelry applications. The cabochon’s even symmetry and superior polish make it ideal for bezel settings where the dome and color are showcased, or as a center stone in designs that benefit from a bold, concentrated hue. The cutter’s choices in dome height and finish minimize windowing and maximize perceived saturation, allowing jewelers to set the sapphire in a range of alloys without losing color intensity. The Natural Sapphire Company presents this gem with full specification transparency, including carat weight, exact dimensions, cut style, clarity grade, enhancement disclosure, and origin, enabling informed decisions by collectors and designers who prioritize technical attributes and artisanal quality.