1.22 Ct. Peach Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 1.22 carat transparent peach sapphire is an exceptional example of subtle color and refined cutting, presented in a radiant shape with dimensions of 5.85 x 5.46 x 4.10 millimeters. The radiant cut was chosen to marry the depth and color retention of a mixed step and brilliant facet pattern, producing a lively interplay of light across the pavilion and crown. Clarity is graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, meaning the stone reads as eye clean to most observers while retaining natural internal characteristics that confirm its natural origin. The color intensity is medium light, offering a delicate peach tone that reads warm and elegant in daylight and under artificial light. The polish has been assessed as excellent, giving crisp facet junctions and mirror like facet surfaces that maximize light return. This sapphire has been heat treated, an industry standard enhancement used to stabilize and improve color, and it originates from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a source renowned for producing pastel and delicate hues in corundum.

From a gemological perspective this sapphire offers tangible advantages over more common colored stones when considering brilliance, durability, and wearability. Corundum including sapphires has a refractive index of approximately 1.76 to 1.77, which produces a degree of brilliance and light return superior to many typical pastel gemstones such as morganite and kunzite. By comparison morganite has a refractive index near 1.57 and topaz near 1.61, so this sapphire will display stronger scintillation and a firmer visual presence in similar sizes. Diamond has a higher refractive index of 2.42 and greater dispersion, so diamonds retain a more fiery white sparkle, however diamonds can diminish delicate pastel color while this sapphire enhances and holds the peach tone. Corundum also ranks 9 on the Mohs hardness scale making it significantly more durable than morganite and many other pastel gems, which increases confidence for daily wear in rings and bracelets.

The provenance of this stone from Ceylon Sri Lanka adds both historical allure and a predictable color profile for the educated buyer. Sri Lankan sapphires are celebrated for their clarity and refined pastel tones, which are the result of specific geological conditions and trace element chemistry in the host rock. Peach color in sapphire is typically influenced by a balance of iron and other trace elements rather than high chromium that gives stronger pink tones, and Sri Lankan material often yields gentle and even coloration that is highly desirable in the current market. Heat treatment in sapphires is a conventional and stable enhancement that improves color uniformity and removes undesirable secondary hues, and when professionally performed it is permanent and stable under normal wearing conditions. Full disclosure of heat treatment is provided, which is important for market transparency and for buyers who prioritize accurate representation when assembling a collection.

For practical use and for design decisions this 1.22 carat radiant peach sapphire is ideal as a center stone in a classic solitaire ring, a three stone setting, or as a refined pendant. The radiant cut features trimmed corners and a mixed facet arrangement that concentrates light into a lively, satiny brilliance that complements the stone s peach color rather than overpowering it. For metal choices warm tones such as rose gold or yellow gold will harmonize with and slightly deepen the peach tone, while white gold and platinum will emphasize contrast and the stone s internal reflections. Compared to more common gemstones this sapphire stands out as a balance of color subtlety and structural resilience, making it both a practical and emotionally resonant choice. At The Natural Sapphire Company we prioritize accurate grading and provenance information, and we welcome requests for additional photos, facet oriented images, or independent gemological reports to support your evaluation. If you would like tailored recommendations for mounting this radiant peach sapphire or would prefer to review comparative stones from our Ceylon selection, we are here to assist.