1.11 Ct. Pink Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 1.11 carat oval pink sapphire is a study in precise lapidary control, measured at 7.58 x 5.98 x 2.76 mm, with a length to width ratio of approximately 1.27, creating an elegant oval outline. The stone is fashioned in a mixed brilliant cut, combining a brilliant style crown with a modified pavilion faceting schema that balances scintillation with depth of color. Facet junctions are crisply executed and the excellent polish maximizes light return across the table and crown facets, producing both lively pinpoint flashes and a broad, soft internal glow. Clarity is graded as very very slightly included at eye level, indicating that inclusions are minute and do not interrupt the visual field to the naked eye, while still providing internal characteristics that confirm natural origin. No enhancement has been applied, the sapphire is untreated, and the provenance is Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a source renowned for producing pink corundum with finely tuned hue and tone.

Color sits at a medium intensity, a true pink that reads bright without tipping into overly saturated tones, allowing the mixed brilliant faceting to reveal both color and brilliance in equal measure. The gem is transparent, with even color distribution and clean facet patterning that will remain compelling over time. As corundum, sapphire rates nine on the Mohs hardness scale, offering exceptional resistance to abrasion and surface wear, so the original polish and facet crispness will endure with normal wear. Because this sapphire is natural and unenhanced, its color stability and overall integrity are inherently long lasting, making it suitable for daily wear in a secure setting. Light mounting choices that permit a degree of pavilion light return will preserve its optical performance, while routine care with mild soapy water and a soft brush will keep the surface pristine. At The Natural Sapphire Company we present this gem with full technical disclosure and the assurance that its craftsmanship and natural beauty will continue to captivate for generations, a durable and elegant center stone for a lifetime piece.