0.67 Ct. Pinkish Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 0.67 carat marquise sapphire from Ceylon Sri Lanka is a rare example of refined natural color and craftsmanship, dimensional precision, and transparent beauty, the stone measures 7.24 by 4.16 by 2.76 millimeters, and it has a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes sparkle and depth while preserving the elegant elongated silhouette that only a marquise can offer. The hue leans toward a delicate pinkish purple with a light color intensity that gives the gem a soft, romantic presence on the finger, the clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a detail that affirms the stone is natural and untreated, and the polish is excellent which enhances light return and face up brilliance. This sapphire has no enhancement, and that absence of treatment is significant because it means the color and transparency are intrinsic to the crystal, not the result of heating, filling, or other laboratory interventions. The combination of natural origin, classic marquise proportions, and superb finishing makes this a special choice for connoisseurs who appreciate subtlety and authenticity.

When compared to lab grown sapphires, natural Ceylon stones like this one offer advantages that go beyond the immediate visual. Lab grown gems can deliver strong, consistent color, and they are often very clean to the eye, but they cannot replicate the geological history captured within a natural sapphire, the tiny inclusions and growth structures in a natural sapphire tell a story of heat, pressure, and time that no human made environment can reproduce. These natural markers also act as a fingerprint for origin, and provenance matters when you care about rarity and value retention. A natural sapphire with no enhancement, especially one from Ceylon, carries market and collector appeal that helps preserve long term value, whereas many lab grown gems, while beautiful, depreciate more quickly because they lack scarcity. Natural gems also show complex color behavior in different lights, the slight variations and the delicate interplay between pink and violet in this stone are more nuanced than the often uniform tones seen in synthetic material. For buyers seeking an emotional connection to the earth and a piece that will age gracefully, a natural, untreated Ceylon sapphire offers unmatched authenticity. For those who like to design with contrasts, this marquise sapphire pairs exceptionally well with White Opal as a companion stone, the soft opalescence of a White Opal sets off the pinkish purple notes of the sapphire in a way that feels both classic and modern.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we source, evaluate, and finish each gem with meticulous care, this Ceylon marquise has been cut to balance weight and brilliance, retaining 0.67 carat while offering lively scintillation thanks to the mixed brilliant faceting and the excellent polish. When you choose a natural, untreated sapphire from a trusted house, you are buying more than a pretty stone, you are buying integrity of origin, documented treatment history, and a piece that will remain meaningful through generations. Our experienced gemologists inspect each facet for symmetry and light performance, and the clarity grade of very slightly included is communicated openly so you know exactly what you are getting. Compared to mass produced lab grown alternatives, a responsibly sourced natural sapphire offers superior narrative value, subtle color complexity, and the assurance that the gem is a unique product of the earth. If you want a marquise that reads as refined and authentic, and if you appreciate the way a White Opal or bespoke setting can elevate a naturally colored sapphire, this example from Ceylon is a compelling choice available through The Natural Sapphire Company.