Pave Yellow Sapphire Pendant 2.08 Ct., 14K Yellow Gold

This pendant is crafted entirely in 18K yellow gold, designed to present a warm and refined backdrop for a natural Ceylon yellow sapphire and a subtle halo of white diamonds. The central gem is a transparent radiant shaped yellow sapphire weighing 2.08 carats, measuring 7.49 by 6.21 by 4.95 millimeters, and finished with an excellent polish. The sapphire exhibits a very light color saturation and has been evaluated as eye clean at standard viewing distances. There has been no enhancement to the sapphire, and its origin from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, is a notable factor in its appearance and character. The overall composition favors restrained elegance, allowing the gemological quality of the sapphire to take visual priority without unnecessary ornamentation.

The sapphire is set in a precision formed bezel that follows the geometry of the radiant cut, creating a secure seat that also emphasizes the stone geometry. The bezel is raised slightly above the pendant plane, on a sculpted gallery that permits light to reach the pavilion facets and to reflect back through the crown. This elevation and the proportionate bezel lip are executed to balance security with optical performance, so that the radiant cut, which combines step and brilliant faceting, can deliver its characteristic mixed light return. The controlled metal surround reduces light leakage at the girdle without obstructing the major facets, and the warm tone of 18K yellow gold interacts with the sapphire hue to enhance its natural warmth while preserving the stone clarity. The excellent polish of the gem and the metal surfaces is integral to the visual result, providing crisp facet junctions and clean reflections that contribute to the overall brightness.

Encircling the central bezel, a fine double row of white round natural diamonds totaling approximately 0.21 carats is set into an octagonal frame that echoes the lines of the radiant center stone. These diamonds are carefully selected in VS clarity and F and G color grades to deliver a bright near colorless background against which the yellow sapphire registers distinctly. The diamonds are pavé set, with small beads of gold securing each stone so that the metal between the diamonds is minimized and a continuous scintillating border is produced. This pavé halo increases the apparent size of the central stone through contrast and edge accentuation, and the close placement of the rounds creates a lively perimeter that catches incidental light as the pendant moves. The arrangement is symmetrical and precisely executed, ensuring even light dispersion and a consistent visual frame irrespective of viewing angle.

The pendant integrates into the accompanying chain with discreet side lugs that hold it flat against the wearers neckline for an intentional face up presentation. The construction demonstrates careful attention to tolerances, with hand finishing of bezel edges and secure setting of each diamond to maintain longevity in daily wear. The natural origin and absence of treatments in the 2.08 carat Ceylon sapphire, combined with the eye clean clarity and excellent polish, underscore the gemological merit that The Natural Sapphire Company prioritizes in its workmanship. The use of 18K yellow gold as the setting metal is both a stylistic choice and a practical one, supplying a stable, resilient mounting that complements the stones without overpowering them. For those seeking further information on the stone documents, mounting details, or bespoke chain options, The Natural Sapphire Company can provide full gem reports and customization guidance to ensure the pendant meets both aesthetic and practical expectations.