1.00 Ct. Pink Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This pink sapphire is a transparent, well proportioned 1.00 carat gemstone, presented in a classic cushion shape with dimensions of 6.39 x 5.08 x 3.69 mm, expertly cut with a mixed brilliant facet arrangement. The cushion silhouette offers a pleasing blend of vintage charm and modern brilliance, the rounded corners and softly squared outline creating a flattering table profile that spreads color evenly across the face of the gem. The mixed brilliant cut combines the depth and scintillation benefits of a brilliant style with the broad, velvety color display of step facets in the pavilion, producing lively sparkle while maintaining a strong, saturated pink presence. The excellent polish on this piece ensures that light passes cleanly across the facets without detracting surface irregularities, maximizing return of light and contributing to an elegant, lively appearance in both daylight and artificial lighting.

From a clarity standpoint this sapphire has been evaluated as slightly included at eye level, a practical and common grade for natural colored stones that balances value and visual appeal. Slight inclusions in sapphire often manifest as tiny crystals, feathers, or silk that can act as fingerprint like markers of natural origin, and when they are not intrusive they do not materially affect the gem’s performance on the finger. Because this stone is transparent, these natural features are visible under magnification and in certain lighting, yet they do not impede the overall brilliance or color saturation that make the gem desirable. The excellent polish and well executed cut help to mask and minimize the visual impact of these inclusions when the sapphire is set, meaning the wearer receives the full benefit of the gem’s fire and color while retaining the assurance of natural origin and authenticity.

Color is a defining attribute for pink sapphires and this example displays a medium intense color intensity, a hue that reads as a lively, pure pink with attractive depth without appearing overly dark. Originating from Ceylon Sri Lanka, this sapphire carries a regional character that is prized in the trade, often described as fresh, lively and luminous in tone. Ceylon sapphires are well known for their expressive color and strong clarity profiles, and a medium intense pink from this source offers both aesthetic elegance and broad design versatility. The gem’s color behaves well in different metals and lighting situations, showing a warm, appealing pink in rose and yellow gold, while offering a striking and contemporary contrast against white gold or platinum. The balanced saturation makes it ideal for an engagement ring wearer who desires noticeable color, yet still wants the stone to coordinate gracefully with everyday jewelry and wardrobe choices.

Enhancement details are transparent and important in assessing long term value, this sapphire has been heat treated, a stable and widely accepted enhancement that improves color and clarity in natural corundum without compromising durability. Heat treatment is industry standard for sapphires, performed at high temperature to dissolve silk and to refine hues, producing cleaner, more attractive, and more marketable stones. Heat treated sapphires are permanent in their improved state, meaning normal wear and routine cleaning will not diminish the enhancement, and because the process is so common it allows buyers to acquire superior color and clarity at a more accessible price point than untreated material. At The Natural Sapphire Company we present enhancement information clearly, because informed buyers value transparency about treatment status, and because a heat treated Ceylon sapphire of this quality combines responsible pricing with enduring beauty.

For an engagement setting this 1.00 carat cushion pink sapphire is an excellent choice, combining romantic hue, durable hardness and versatile proportions that suit many ring styles. Sapphire scores nine on the Mohs scale, second only to diamond in everyday jewelry utility, so it is well suited to an engagement ring intended for daily wear, and the cushion shape complements both classic four prong solitaires and halo settings that add perceived size and additional sparkle. Designers often pair medium intense pink sapphires with a delicate diamond halo to highlight color, or with tapered side stones for a clean, elegant profile, and this stone’s dimensions will sit comfortably on a range of shank widths while maintaining a pleasing finger presence. When you choose this gem through The Natural Sapphire Company you are selecting a stone with traceable origin notes and a careful assessment of cut, clarity, color and treatment, ensuring the purchase is grounded in gemological fact and practical considerations for long term enjoyment. If you would like a personalized setting recommendation or a video inspection to appreciate the exact hue and proportion on the finger, our team can assist, guiding you to a finished ring that reflects both your aesthetic priorities and the enduring qualities of this beautiful Ceylon pink sapphire.