Three Stone Padparadscha Sapphire Ring 1.05 Ct., 10K Yellow Gold

This ring centers a GIA certified 1.05 carat cushion shape padparadscha sapphire, described as "Orangy Pink," with precise dimensions of 5.79 by 5.32 by 3.33 millimeters and a mixed brilliant cut. The mixed brilliant cut combines the rounded, pillow outline of a cushion with a pavilion facet arrangement that enhances scintillation and broad flash, giving the stone lively brilliance for its size. The sapphire is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating minor internal characteristics that do not materially affect transparency or overall visual appeal. Medium color saturation in padparadscha tones is particularly desirable, producing a balanced orangy pink hue that reads differently in varying light, and an excellent polish ensures crisp facet junctions and optimal light return. The stone’s origin, Ceylon Sri Lanka, is notable because Sri Lankan padparadschas are historically esteemed for their classical, saturated tones and rarity, and the accompanying GIA documentation certifies the gem’s identity and recorded measurements, giving the educated buyer verifiable provenance and technical assurance.

Flanking the center sapphire are white baguette straight shaped natural diamonds totaling approximately 0.20 carats, with clarity grades of VS1 and VS2 and a color grade of E. These near colorless, very slightly included diamonds provide a clean, architectural accent that emphasizes the padparadscha’s warm pink orange hue without competing for attention. The entire composition is set in 14K yellow gold, a practical choice for long term wear. Fourteen karat yellow gold contains sufficient alloying metals to improve hardness and resistance to scratching and deformation compared with higher karat alloys, making it an excellent metal for everyday rings that require structural integrity and longevity. The yellow gold also complements the warm undertones of the padparadscha while providing a secure setting that facilitates routine maintenance such as prong tightening and polishing. At The Natural Sapphire Company we prioritize both gemological accuracy and durable craftsmanship, and this ring balances rare sapphire color, certified documentation, and a resilient 14K gold setting to deliver an elegant piece engineered for lasting beauty and reliable wear.