Antique Style Padparadscha Sapphire Pendant 0.45 Ct., 14K Rose Gold

From the riverbeds of Ceylon, where monsoon rains and ancient geological forces mingled to create some of the world’s most cherished corundum, this padparadscha began its journey. Hand-selected for transparency and hue, the oval 0.45 carat padparadscha sapphire measures 5.97 by 4.08 by 2.25 millimeters and was cut in a mixed brilliant style to maximize its inner fire. With a clarity grade of very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, a medium intense color saturation and an excellent polish, the stone displays the delicate balance of pink and orange that makes padparadscha sapphires so captivating. Carefully heat treated to enhance and stabilize its natural color, the gem carries the quiet provenance of Sri Lanka, where generations of miners and cutters have learned to reveal and respect the sapphire’s best qualities. At The Natural Sapphire Company we honor that story by letting the stone take center stage, choosing a 14K rose gold setting that echoes the gem’s warm, sunset tones and cradles it with purposeful elegance.

In the workshop, the pendant took shape as a small heirloom, an object both intimate and enduring. The design emphasizes secure wearability, featuring a reinforced, elegantly proportioned bail that threads smoothly onto a variety of chains and holds the pendant securely in place without compromising its graceful movement. This secure bail design ensures the pendant stays safely attached to the chain during daily wear, while the low-profile setting keeps the piece comfortable against the skin and balanced at the neckline. Each piece from The Natural Sapphire Company is finished with meticulous inspection and hand polishing, and this pendant is no exception, reflecting both the gem’s origin story and the craftsman’s touch. Worn alone or layered, it invites a quiet connection to the land and hands that brought it forth, and with simple care—gentle cleaning with mild soap and warm water and periodic professional checks—it will continue to shine as a personal talisman for years to come.