1.11 Ct. Pink Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the ancient, weathered hills of Ceylon, where cloud forests meet crystalline streams, a single pink sapphire was coaxed from the earth, a quiet jewel formed over millions of years by intense heat and pressure, imbued with trace elements that created its delicate hue. At The Natural Sapphire Company we trace this 1.11 carat oval from its Sri Lankan source, honoring the island tradition of ethical mining and artisan care. This gem measures 7.57 x 5.96 x 2.75 mm, and its mixed brilliant cut was chosen to balance sparkle with the stone s natural transparency. With a clarity grade described as very very slightly included at eye level, the stone carries tiny natural signatures of its origin, each inclusion telling a story of formation deep in the earth. The medium color intensity reveals a true pink without artificial enhancement, a natural tone preserved by careful sorting and cutting. The cutter polished every facet to an excellent finish, coaxing maximum light return from the table and crown, while maintaining the gem s original character and weight.

When you set this beautiful transparent pink sapphire into jewelry, you carry not only a story of place and craft, but a gem that is ready for daily wear. Sapphire rates nine on the Mohs scale of hardness, second only to diamond, which gives it exceptional resistance to scratching for rings, pendants, and everyday bracelets. The mixed brilliant faceting adds return of light and durability, because deeper pavilion angles and well proportioned girdles reduce susceptibility to chipping under normal wear. No enhancement was applied to this stone, so its long term stability and color are intrinsic. With routine care, warm water, mild soap, and a soft brush when needed, the stone will retain its polish and brilliance for years. For active wearers we recommend thoughtful settings such as bezel or secure prongs to protect the girdle, while still showing the oval s flattering face up size. This pink sapphire from Ceylon is at once a natural wonder and a practical choice, an heirloom ready to be set and worn, a living connection to the island that yielded it, and to the skilled hands at The Natural Sapphire Company that brought its beauty to light.