Pave Pink Sapphire Ring 1.36 Ct., 18K White Gold

This ring centers on an exceptionally well cut cushion shape pink sapphire weighing 1.36 carats, with dimensions of 7.61 by 5.82 by 3.02 millimeters, and a mixed brilliant cut that demonstrates meticulous faceting control. The mixed brilliant style combines the radiance of brilliant facets with the depth and color emphasis of step facets, and in this sapphire the cutter has balanced those elements to optimal effect. The crown exhibits meticulously aligned brilliant facets that maximize sparkle and fire, while the pavilion incorporates stepped facets that deepen color and focus light return. The facet junctions are crisp and uniform, and the excellent polish preserves mirror like facet planes so that light enters and exits the stone with minimal diffusion. For an educated buyer, the precise geometry is vital, because small variations in table proportion, crown height, and pavilion angle directly affect the balance of brilliance, scintillation, and color performance, and this sapphire shows the kind of precision that elevates a fine gem from pretty to exceptional.

Clarity and transparency are equally important to appreciating the workmanship in the cutting, and this sapphire is graded very slightly included when evaluated at eye level. That grading indicates natural, small internal characteristics that do not distract from the gem when set, and they can in fact confirm the natural origin of the crystal. With light color saturation and complete transparency, the stone transmits its delicate pink hue cleanly through the pavilion, allowing the faceting scheme to create lively scintillation without appearing cloudy. Importantly, the stone is natural, originating from Ceylon in Sri Lanka, and has received no enhancement. For many buyers a Ceylon provenance paired with no treatment represents both rarity and desirability, because Ceylon sources are renowned for producing pink sapphires with a soft pastel tone that are particularly receptive to refined cutting strategies.

The diamond accents are chosen to complement the sapphire and to reinforce the overall optical performance of the ring. The band features white round natural diamonds, with an approximate combined weight of 0.30 carats in one grouping and 0.08 carats in another, each graded VS for clarity and F G for color. These stones are tight in color and clean in appearance, which allows them to act as neutral, brightening elements around the pink center. Their round brilliant faceting contrasts the mixed brilliant style of the center stone in a way that amplifies perceived brightness, because the smaller diamonds contribute concentrated points of light that dance against the sapphire. Set along the shoulders in a precisely executed pave or shared prong arrangement, they integrate seamlessly, reinforcing the sensation of sparkle without overpowering the center gem.

The setting and metalwork play a supporting but crucial role in allowing the faceting precision to be visible in daily wear. The ring is fully set in 14K white gold, a metal choice that enhances the coolness of the diamonds and the soft pink of the sapphire, while providing durable support for the stone’s delicate proportions. The gallery and prong work are executed to present the pavilion and crown to incident light, permitting maximum light admission to the sapphire so the cutter’s geometry can function as intended. The excellent polish applied to both metal and gemstone facets ensures minimal light leakage at junctions between stone and setting, which preserves the pure reflections and scintillation produced by the precise facet pattern.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we emphasize provenance, cutting quality, and honest grading because those factors together determine the long term value and aesthetic performance of a piece. This ring combines a natural Ceylon origin sapphire with no enhancement, a thoughtful mixed brilliant cushion shape cut that measures 7.61 by 5.82 by 3.02 millimeters, and tight white diamond accents in VS clarity and F G color, all set in 14K white gold. For a buyer who understands that the subtle discipline of facet placement and polish translates directly into visual reward, this ring offers a rare conjunction of transparency, refined hue, and cutting precision. The result is a piece that reads as refined and luminous on the hand, and as a technical accomplishment under close inspection.