0.85 Ct. Pink Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exquisite oval pink sapphire from the legendary deposits of Ceylon arrives with a story that reaches back through centuries of gem trading and royal adornment, a story that The Natural Sapphire Company is honored to continue. At 0.85 carat, and measuring 6.32 by 4.92 by 3.59 millimeters, this gem is a study in refined proportion and classical elegance. Cut in a mixed brilliant style, the pavilion facets meet a well balanced crown to maximize both brilliance and internal life, offering the wearer a gem that sparkles with lively scintillation while retaining the softer, romantic demeanor that pink sapphires from Sri Lanka are cherished for. This sapphire is transparent, with a clarity described as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a grade that signals exceptional optical purity for an untreated natural stone, and an excellent polish that allows light to dance unimpeded across every facet.

The color of this Ceylon pink sapphire is described as medium intense, a tone that sits comfortably between delicate pastel and bold saturated pink, and the effect is one of poised luminosity rather than flashy color. Viewed face up, the hue carries a pleasing balance of warm rosiness with a subtle cool lift that prevents it from reading overly brown or overly purple, making it versatile for both warm yellow metal and cool white metal settings. The mixed brilliant cut amplifies the stone s play of light, creating flashes that range from pale rose to a deeper coral kissed pink as the gem moves, imparting an animated character that feels both youthful and timeless. Because this sapphire is untreated, no enhancement has altered its color or clarity, a rarity that contributes to its appeal for collectors and connoisseurs who value authenticity and natural provenance.

When placed in the broader context of famous gem localities, this Ceylon pink bears comparison in hue and tone that highlights the distinct personality of each region. Sri Lankan pink sapphires are known historically for their delicate, crystalline clarity and a luminous clarity that often appears more refined than examples from many other sources. In contrast, fine pink sapphires from Madagascar tend to show heavier saturation and a more vivacious, almost candy like pink, with tones that can sit closer to bubblegum or vivid raspberry depending on the deposit. Burmese and Thai sourced pink sapphires can sometimes lean toward a purplish pink or a deeper, more velvety tone, which gives them a certain richness but can make them read cooler to the eye. Stones from the Umba Valley in Tanzania at times display a peachier or salmon influence, which nods to the padparadscha family, whereas classic Ceylon pieces like this example often deliver a balanced medium intensity that reads as elegant rose, neither too pale nor too aggressive, and that allows the wearer to enjoy both subtlety and presence in equal measure.

This gem is more than a single object of beauty, it is an heirloom in waiting, a piece that speaks to the continuity of taste and the enduring reach of natural treasures, and The Natural Sapphire Company is proud to present it with full transparency about its origin and treatment history. Its size and shape make it an ideal centerpiece for a range of classic and vintage inspired settings, from a refined solitaire ring that emphasizes its oval silhouette, to a halo design that picks up and amplifies its mixed brilliant facets. Because it is free of enhancement, it holds a particular value for those who collect for rarity and natural formation stories, and because of its medium intense color and excellent polish, it pairs beautifully with both everyday wear and occasion pieces. For anyone drawn to gemstones that carry the weight of history, yet wear with modern grace, this Ceylon pink sapphire stands as a testament to the timeless allure of natural color, and as a promise of many more stories to be written by the hands that choose to set and cherish it.