Antique Style Purple Sapphire Ring 1.11 Ct., Platinum 950

This ring centers on a transparent 1.11 carat cushion shape purple sapphire, precisely measured at 6.26 x 5.42 x 3.78 mm, with a mixed brilliant cut engineered to maximize both color saturation and light performance. The mixed brilliant faceting combines a brilliant facet geometry on the crown with a modified pavilion faceting that optimizes internal reflection and controlled dispersion, producing a lively scintillation pattern without sacrificing face up color. Clarity is graded as eye clean when evaluated at eye level, indicating that the stone presents no visible inclusions to the unaided observer and therefore maintains an unbroken optical pathway for light. Color is described as medium intense in saturation, a balance that preserves purple identity while allowing significant brightness and contrast under a variety of lighting conditions. The sapphire is unenhanced, a critical technical detail that confirms natural color and structural integrity without diffusion or heating alteration, and the origin is Montana, a source known for crystalline transparency and distinctive violet to lilac hues in corundum. The pavilion and crown proportions, combined with an excellent polish, yield crisp facet junctions and strong table brilliance while maintaining even color distribution across the table facet.

The mounting is executed in platinum 950, selected for its high density and mechanical stability which supports precise prong work and long term wear. The solitaire head is secured by four converging prongs that are sized to cradle the cushion outline while preserving maximum light entry to the pavilion facets, and the low profile gallery is engineered to balance elevation for display with protection against lateral impact. Shoulders are sculpted with openwork and hand engraved motifs that are finished with machine consistent milgrain to delineate edges and enhance perceived outline definition. The ring shank transitions into tapered shoulders with bead set accent stones that are micro set into the platinum with close tolerance seatings, each bead formed by skilled hand tools to compress metal evenly around each accent. All junctions exhibit tight seating and uniform solder seams, and the overall polish demonstrates meticulous work to remove tool marks without over polishing that could flatten sharp facet accents. Platinum 950 is chosen specifically for its ability to be cold worked and retipped while retaining alloy stability, which is important for prong longevity and for any future maintenance that preserves the original seat geometry and facet sightlines.

When evaluated from a craftsmanship perspective this ring aligns with the technical standards expected from top tier ateliers, and The Natural Sapphire Company approaches production using similar discipline to that found in renowned maison workshops. The hand finishing and millimeter level symmetry of the prongs echo the precision seen in high end houses, where uniform milgrain, consistent bead settings, and crisp engraving are executed by dedicated bench specialists. The choice of a mixed brilliant cut paired with a no enhancement Montana sapphire reflects a curatorial approach to gem selection that parallels the sourcing rigor of leading luxury brands, focusing on provenance and optical performance rather than corrective treatment. The structural engineering of the setting, including prong geometry, gallery support, and shank templating, is calibrated to distribute stress and minimize wear, matching the longevity considerations applied by established maisons. In purchasing this piece from The Natural Sapphire Company the informed buyer acquires not only a high quality natural Montana purple sapphire but also a ring whose technical execution in platinum 950 demonstrates the same attention to proportion, finish, and material specification that collectors expect from premium jewelry ateliers.