1.22 Ct. Padparadscha Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This GRS certified padparadscha sapphire from Ceylon Sri Lanka is a rare and elegant choice for an engagement gem, weighing 1.22 carats, an oval shape measuring 7.85 x 5.30 x 3.26 mm, with a mixed brilliant cut. The stone displays a delicate pinkish orange hue with medium light color intensity, a clarity grade of eye clean at eye level, and an excellent polish that maximizes light return. Heat treated to stabilize and enhance its already beautiful tone, this transparent sapphire offers the visual warmth of a padparadscha without compromising on integrity or brilliance. Compared to many commercial sapphires and fancy colored stones, this piece stands out because of its certified origin from Sri Lanka, its GRS documentation, and the combination of eye clean clarity and a precise mixed brilliant cut that gives exceptional sparkle while preserving the soft, romantic padparadscha color.

When you compare this padparadscha to other engagement options, its advantages are clear. Against colorless diamonds, it offers unique personality and warmth, a distinct color story that cannot be replicated by clear stones, and better value per visual carat for those seeking both beauty and individuality. Versus typical blue sapphires or lower grade pink or orange gems, this Sri Lankan padparadscha combines rarity, certified origin, and excellent polish, which together increase resale and sentimental value. The 1.22 carat oval shape flatters the finger by elongating the look of the hand, while the mixed brilliant cut brings modern fire without losing the soft pastel charm that defines padparadscha. At a hardness of 9 on the Mohs scale, sapphire is durable enough for everyday wear, making this a practical as well as romantic engagement choice. At The Natural Sapphire Company we pair this distinct stone with thoughtful settings that protect the pavilion and emphasize the blush of pinkish orange, ensuring your engagement ring is both timeless and unmistakably personal. If you seek a promise ring that feels rare, meaningful, and confidently different from mainstream options, this Sri Lankan padparadscha is an exceptional selection.