Pave Green Sapphire Ring 3.40 Ct., 18K White Gold

This ring centers on a transparent 3.40 carat cushion shape green sapphire, precisely measured at 9.97 x 8.29 x 4.38 mm, and cut in a mixed brilliant style to balance depth and surface brilliance. The stone displays vivid color saturation, and its eye clean clarity, evaluated at eye level, ensures that no inclusions distract from the gem face up. The combination of mixed brilliant faceting and excellent polish produces a refined play of light that emphasizes the sapphire color and internal structure, while maintaining a measured level of scintillation appropriate for a primary stone intended for frequent wear. The sapphire is untreated, with no enhancement, and its origin in Ceylon Sri Lanka adds a verifiable provenance that matters to collectors and families establishing a lineage of jewelry pieces.

Flanking the central sapphire are natural white round diamonds, specified in two groupings to complement the main gemstone. One set of accent diamonds weighs approximately 0.10 carats with clarity grades of Very Slightly Included VS1 and VS2, and a color grade of F. The second grouping of white round natural diamonds weighs approximately 0.105 carats with clarity graded VS and color graded F to G. These diamonds have been selected for balanced optical performance and to provide measured contrast against the sapphire without overpowering it. The diamonds are set along the shoulders of the ring, integrated into a refined band structure that supports the center stone while adding discreet brilliance and texture to the profile.

The metalwork is executed entirely in 14K white gold, chosen for its combination of durability and a neutral cool tone that enhances the green sapphire and white diamonds. The prong setting secures the cushion sapphire while allowing light to enter from multiple directions, and the band exhibits a gently twisted or intertwined motif, providing visual interest and structural support. The craftsmanship emphasizes symmetry, secure settings for the accent diamonds, and an internal polishing that contributes to wearer comfort. The selection of 14K white gold delivers resilience for daily wear, and the metal can be maintained and refinished, including rhodium plating if preferred, to preserve the original white luster over generations.

As an object intended to serve as a family heirloom, this ring combines durable materials, classical proportions, and documented origin to facilitate long term appreciation and meaningful transmission. Sapphire rates nine on the Mohs hardness scale, making it exceptionally resistant to scratches relative to other gemstones, and the absence of treatment reduces the need for special handling. The clear documentation of carat weight, cut, dimensions, clarity, color saturation, origin, and the unenhanced nature of the sapphire supports provenance records that descendants can rely upon. The presence of natural diamonds with defined color and clarity grades, and the use of 14K white gold, further reinforce the ensemble as a piece designed for longevity and continued aesthetic relevance.

Practical considerations for stewardship and intergenerational care are straightforward, and align with the qualities that make an heirloom successful. Routine professional inspections will confirm prong integrity and diamond settings, light cleaning with mild detergent and a soft brush will maintain brilliance, and professional polishing and periodic reapplication of rhodium plating can refresh the white gold finish while preserving metal thickness and structural detail. The documented origin from Ceylon Sri Lanka and the unenhanced status of the sapphire, combined with precise measurements and grading observations, make this ring a well-documented, durable, and aesthetically cohesive choice for a family to pass down. The Natural Sapphire Company stands behind the technical description and provenance information, supporting the continuity of care and narrative that transform a finely made jewel into a cherished heirloom.