Three Stone Yellow Sapphire Ring 1.96 Ct., 18K Yellow Gold

From the moment the rough crystal first revealed itself in the alluvial streams of Ceylon, this sapphire began a journey shaped by time, water, and the hands of those who have long hunted for beauty in the earth. The soils of Sri Lanka have produced sapphires that have been prized by kings and traders for centuries, and this 1.96 carat cushion shape yellow sapphire carries that lineage in its color and character. Unearthed without enhancement, its faint yellow saturation speaks of subtle sunlight captured within corundum, a witness to geological patience and natural formation. At The Natural Sapphire Company we respect that history, and we tell it through careful selection, so that each stone we bring to life bears the story of its origin, from a Ceylon mining pocket to the heart of a finished ring.

As the stone moved from finder to cutter, the artisan stage refined its voice, turning raw potential into measured brilliance. Cut to a mixed brilliant cushion with dimensions of 8.51 x 6.27 x 3.88 mm, this sapphire balances modern sparkle with classic charm, its facets arranged to maximize light return while preserving the gem’s subtle color. Evaluated as eye clean at normal viewing distance, the clarity allows light to travel freely through the pavilion and crown, revealing a gentle and inviting glow. The excellent polish adds a final layer of radiance, permitting a soft mirror effect across the crown that complements the faint saturation rather than overpowering it. Because this sapphire has not been subject to any enhancement, its color and clarity are honest markers of its natural history, and they form the emotional core of the ring’s narrative.

Framing the central sapphire are two white pear shaped natural diamonds, with a combined presence that enhances without stealing the spotlight. Together weighing approximately 0.20 carats, these side stones are graded Very Slightly Included in clarity, VS1 and VS2, and possess a color grade of F, offering crisp, near colorless contrast to the warm yellow center. Their pear shapes create a graceful taper that guides the eye toward the cushion center, and their precise faceting provides flashes of white light that animate the whole composition. The entire assembly is set in 14K yellow gold, a metal chosen for its harmony with the sapphire’s warmth, and for its balance of strength and malleability during the making process. The Natural Sapphire Company’s craftsmen have designed the setting to be both elegant and supportive, with prongs and a gallery that cradle the stones while allowing the necessary light to enliven each facet.

Durability is a practical chapter in this gemstone’s story, and one that matters for anyone who intends to wear this ring every day. Sapphire, as a form of corundum, ranks 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, second only to diamond in terms of resistance to scratching. This inherent toughness means the 1.96 carat Ceylon sapphire will withstand the routine knocks and rubs of daily life far better than many other colored gems, retaining its polish and resisting surface wear. The white diamonds, at the sides, bring their own durability, scoring a 10 on the Mohs scale, and they serve as both accent and protector, buffering the center from lateral abrasion. The 14K yellow gold band offers a comfortable and resilient frame, chosen because 14K alloys are less prone to scratching and bending than higher karat golds while keeping sufficient gold content for warm color and hypoallergenic wear for many. For peace of mind, the setting has been engineered to reduce catch, and we recommend simple maintenance, such as occasional inspection of prongs, gentle cleaning with mild soap and a soft brush, and avoiding blunt impacts, to ensure that this ring retains its presence through the rhythms of daily life.

Beyond its physical qualities, this ring is a meeting of stories, craftsmanship, and durable beauty, and it is a piece we are proud to present at The Natural Sapphire Company. It speaks to a continuum that starts in ancient riverbeds, moves through the hands of miners and cutters in Ceylon and Sri Lanka, and finds completion in a thoughtful setting in yellow gold. Wearing this ring is to carry a connection to those places and people, to share in a tradition of gem trade and design that has crossed cultures and centuries. For those who seek a stone with natural provenance, honest color, and the resilience to be worn every day, this 1.96 carat cushion yellow sapphire with pear shaped diamond shoulders offers both story and substance, an heirloom in the making that honors its origin while standing ready for a life of modern wear.