Pave Bi Color Sapphire Ring 1.99 Ct., 14K Yellow Gold

At The Natural Sapphire Company we present this 1.99 carat bi-color oval sapphire as a study in precision cutting and balanced gemology, a center stone engineered to translate optical performance into enduring symbolism. The oval measures 9.15 by 6.96 by 4.05 millimeters, producing an average depth of approximately 50 percent, a proportion that favors efficient light return while maintaining the elegant elongation characteristic of an oval. The mixed brilliant cut employed here combines a traditional brilliant facet pattern on the crown with a modified pavilion design, optimizing both scintillation and face-up spread. This facet architecture creates a lively interplay between pinpoint scintillation and broader flashes of light as the stone moves, and the excellent polish ensures minimal surface diffusion so each facet plane contributes maximum contrast and return. The sapphire is untreated, sourced from Ceylon Sri Lanka, and exhibits a clarity grade of very slightly included at eye level, meaning the internal features are minimal and do not interfere with transparency or light performance under normal viewing conditions.

Technically, the bi-color nature and medium color saturation of this sapphire produce dynamic pleochroic behavior, so the apparent hue shifts subtly with orientation and light source. Rather than a uniform color field, the stone displays two harmonizing tones across its plane, a characteristic that the mixed brilliant faceting accentuates by breaking and recombining light in multiple directions. The slightly elongated 1.315 length-to-width ratio and the controlled pavilion proportions preserve face-up size while promoting a broad distribution of return light, which enhances perceived brilliance even in a naturally medium saturated material. Because there is no heating or other enhancement, the color and zoning are entirely natural expressions of the corundum crystal lattice and its inclusion of trace elements, giving collectors and connoisseurs confidence in both authenticity and rarity.

The ring mounting is executed in 14 karat yellow gold, a choice that complements the sapphire’s bi-color character and warms its overall appearance. The center sapphire is secured in a low-profile four-prong head designed to maximize upward light entry and to minimize visual obstruction of the crown facets. The shank incorporates a twisted motif where one strand is pavé-set with natural white round diamonds totaling approximately 0.105 carats, clarity VS and color F/G. These accent diamonds are selected for their balance of brilliance and colorless appearance, providing high-contrast scintillation along the band. Technically, the small high-dispersion points created by the round brilliants function as spectral highlights that frame the sapphire’s larger, more complex flashes, increasing the perceived vitality of the whole composition without overpowering the center stone. The hand-finished polish on the metalwork and the precision of the stone settings ensure long-term structural integrity and light performance.

Beyond gemological specifics, the ring’s optical behavior and material choices make it a deliberate symbol of endurance and evolving light, qualities often used to articulate eternal love. The mixed brilliant oval’s facets act like moments in a relationship, each facet plane reflecting and returning light differently, yet all contributing to a unified brilliance. The sapphire’s dual tones represent the complementary nature of two individuals, while the unenhanced origin and very slight inclusion speak to authenticity and resilience. The 14K yellow gold setting and the diamond accents provide a durable, luminous framework that protects and showcases the corundum, comparable to the supportive structures that sustain a lasting partnership. At The Natural Sapphire Company we emphasize both the measurable attributes and the experiential qualities of this ring, so that technical excellence and heartfelt symbolism coexist in a piece intended to be worn and treasured for a lifetime.