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

This transparent 0.96 carat oval sapphire measures 6.79 x 4.88 x 3.47 mm, presenting a refined pinkish purple hue with medium intense color intensity, originating from Ceylon Sri Lanka. The mixed brilliant cut maximizes internal reflection by combining pavilion facets that open light pathways with a finely faceted crown that returns that light to the viewer, giving this gem exceptional scintillation and a lively face up appearance. Excellent polish enhances facet crispness and surface finish, allowing the stone to present a lively, clean window that is particularly striking under natural daylight and gallery lighting. At just under one carat, the proportions are well balanced for use as a central stone in a delicate engagement ring or as a focal accent in a high quality pendant, where its oval outline and bright mixed brilliant facet arrangement will draw the eye and act as a compelling centerpiece in any collection.

From a gemological and collector perspective this sapphire is notable for a combination of natural origin, clarity, and lack of enhancements, qualities that informed buyers prize. The clarity is graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating only minute crystal or growth related features that do not materially affect transparency or brilliance, and that maintain strong light performance. No heat or other enhancement has been applied, which preserves the natural trace element signature and zoning that can be useful for origin verification, and it reinforces scarcity and long term value. Sri Lankan sapphires are celebrated for their clean tones and vibrant color, and this example from Ceylon exhibits the island provenance typical balance of color saturation and clarity. For collectors and connoisseurs, the combination of mixed brilliant cutting to optimize fire, excellent polish to maximize finish, and unenhanced natural origin creates a piece with both aesthetic impact and durable desirability. The Natural Sapphire Company offers this stone with detailed documentation and imaging, and our team can advise on ideal mounting options to showcase its brilliance and protect its proportions, ensuring it becomes a lasting centerpiece that appeals to both the eye and the informed gem buyer.