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

This pear shaped pinkish purple sapphire weighs 0.79 carat, and its weight is one of the most important attributes that defines both its visual presence and market value, especially when combined with intense color intensity and material of Ceylon origin. At The Natural Sapphire Company we describe this gem by its measurable proportions, with dimensions of 7.66 x 5.16 x 3.26 mm, and a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes light return in a nontraditional pavilion geometry. The cut and excellent polish deliver a lively face up appearance, while the slightly included clarity grade, evaluated at eye level, confirms that inclusions are present but unobtrusive to most unaided viewers, allowing the stone to maintain both transparency and sparkle. Enhancement is disclosed, heat treated, which is the industry standard for improving tone and saturation in sapphires without altering their fundamental structure, and it is consistent with the expectations of collectors and custom jewelers who value predictable performance and proven treatment practices.

The weight of 0.79 carat sits in an important zone for sapphires, because it provides a balance between rarity and wearable scale that appeals to discerning buyers. Carat weight is a linear measure of the gemstone mass, yet its market effect is exponential in practice, because per carat prices typically increase as stones move toward and beyond common weight milestones. A well colored 0.79 carat sapphire, especially one with the intense pinkish purple hue and Ceylon provenance of this example, therefore commands premium consideration relative to lighter stones with comparable color and clarity. The apparent size seen on the finger is influenced by the gem proportions, and with an approximate depth that yields a proportion near fifty one percent when compared to its average diameter, this gem reads larger in the setting than some deeper stones of equal weight, which enhances visual value for everyday wear. For a buyer with a technical understanding of gemstones, this means you receive both the rarity that comes with a near eight tenth carat weight and the practical benefit of greater visual spread due to efficient cutting and good polish.

From a provenance and investment perspective, Ceylon sapphires have a long established reputation for producing clean, brilliant stones with a lively, saturated palette, and this pinkish purple example embodies those characteristics while offering a distinctive personal aesthetic that sits between classic pink and true purple. The mixed brilliant cut enhances scintillation, and the excellent polish ensures that light moves freely across facet junctions, reinforcing the intense color rather than muting it. Slightly included clarity evaluated at eye level is often preferred by connoisseurs because the inclusions can confirm natural origin and do not materially detract from beauty, especially when the stone is well cut and retains excellent color saturation. When considering custom settings, this pear shape at 0.79 carat is ideal for solitaire rings, tapered shoulders, or as a striking accent in a more elaborate design, and its weight means it will sit comfortably and proportionally on most ring sizes while remaining an uncommon and collectible size in pinkish purple tones. At The Natural Sapphire Company we provide full disclosure of origin, enhancement, and gemological characteristics, and we offer advice on setting choices, care, and long term considerations, so that an informed buyer can select a piece that combines scientific merit, aesthetic pleasure, and lasting value.