4.52 Ct. Padparadscha Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One beautiful transparent 4.52 carat oval padparadscha sapphire from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, presents precise gemological characteristics that will appeal to a discerning buyer. The stone measures 12.28 x 9.06 x 4.66 mm and is faceted in a mixed brilliant cut, combining brilliant style crown facets with a controlled pavilion facet arrangement to deliver both scintillation and color dispersion. The cutting emphasizes a clean table and well defined facet junctions, and the excellent polish increases light return and crispness of flash. Color is assessed at medium intensity, exhibiting the classic delicate blend of pink and orange that defines padparadscha sapphires, and the clarity is graded as slightly included at eye level, meaning minor internal features are present but do not materially detract from face up appeal or structural integrity. The stone is unenhanced, a natural, no enhancement specimen, which enhances its rarity and value, and the combination of transparency, mixed brilliant faceting, and proportioning yields a generous face up appearance that reads larger than its weight suggests.

This padparadscha sapphire adapts readily to a wide range of custom jewelry treatments, and The Natural Sapphire Company can guide you to the optimal setting to showcase its attributes. For a ring, an open prong solitaire will maximize light transmission and color play, while a six prong or low profile bezel will increase protection for everyday wear and can be specified to mask minor inclusions. A diamond halo or micro pavé surround will intensify perceived saturation and overall presence, and a three stone design with tapered baguettes or trillion side stones will create elegant balance for the 12.28 length and 9.06 width. For pendants and earrings, an open backed bezel or cup setting will preserve the stone's transparency, and matched side stones can be selected to complement the medium color intensity. Choice of metal will influence appearance, 18k rose gold will enhance the warm pink orange notes, 18k yellow gold will emphasize warmth, and platinum or white gold will present a cooler, contemporary contrast. Specific mounting details such as prong count, crown and pavilion clearance, gallery height, and bezel wall thickness will be engineered to accommodate the 4.66 mm depth and to protect the girdle, while preserving the mixed brilliant faceting and excellent polish. The Natural Sapphire Company provides bespoke design consultations, CAD visuals, and secure setting options to translate this exceptional unenhanced Ceylon padparadscha into a custom piece that maximizes beauty, durability, and long term value.