1.24 Ct. Pink Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This cushion shaped pink sapphire, weighing 1.24 carats and measuring 5.98 by 5.06 by 4.72 millimeters, stands out immediately for its elegant proportions and luminous presence, making it a superb choice for an engagement gem. The mixed brilliant cut gives the pavilion a precise faceting scheme that enhances sparkle and return of light, while the excellent polish ensures those facets sit clean and crisp, creating a refined, high end finish that competes favorably with gemstones of much greater cost. Evaluated at eye level with a clarity grade of slightly included, this sapphire retains a transparent clarity that reads clean to the unaided eye, offering both personality and visual purity. Its medium light pink color intensity strikes a rare and appealing balance between delicate romance and visible saturation, and the warm, feminine hue is a hallmark of fine Ceylon sapphires. Heat treatment enhancement has been used to bring out the gem's best color and stability, an accepted and permanent treatment in the trade that enhances value while preserving the natural origin and character of the stone. Sourced from Ceylon in Sri Lanka and presented by The Natural Sapphire Company, this sapphire offers provenance and quality that are immediately perceptible.

Compared to traditional diamond engagement stones, a pink sapphire like this delivers distinct advantages in style, value, and individuality. Diamonds are celebrated for their hardness and brilliance, but they are also ubiquitous, and finding a memorable alternative that balances durability with color and personality can be difficult. Sapphire rates nine on the Mohs hardness scale, which means this pink sapphire is more than durable enough for everyday wear, resisting scratches and standing up to the rigors of a life lived together. Financially, a natural colored sapphire often delivers greater visual impact per dollar than a colorless diamond of comparable size, because color in sapphires is the feature rather than the absence of color, allowing you to express a romantic tone without a premium that matches the highest grade diamonds. Within the sapphire market itself, pink sapphires from Ceylon are prized for their clean, lively tones and lightness that refracts soft pink flashes, and this particular gem’s medium light intensity makes it versatile, pairing beautifully with white gold, rose gold, or platinum, while remaining distinct from more common pale pink stones and from overly saturated tones that can appear purple or brownish.

When choosing an engagement setting, the cushion shape and mixed brilliant cut of this 1.24 carat sapphire give you exceptional design flexibility and strong visual effect. A simple solitaire mount will emphasize the stone’s color and cut, allowing the cushion silhouette to sit elegantly above the finger and the mixed brilliant faceting to scintillate with every movement. For those who want added presence without overpowering the gem’s graceful hue, a halo of micro pavé diamonds will amplify apparent size and brilliance while maintaining the soft romantic feel that pink delivers, especially in rose gold. The gem’s slight inclusions at eye level are typical of natural sapphires from this origin and often contribute to a unique character that lab created stones lack. The size of 5.98 by 5.06 millimeters reads comfortably as a showstopping center in classic engagement proportions, creating a balance between wearability and impact that many larger stones sacrifice by becoming less practical for everyday life. The mixed brilliant cut’s facets were chosen to maximize both dispersion and brightness, producing flashes that enhance the stone’s pink tone under natural daylight and interior lighting alike.

Choosing this pink Ceylon sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company for an engagement ring means choosing a piece that blends rarity, romance, and responsible sourcing, with an aesthetic that will be cherished for a lifetime. Our gem specialists have evaluated the piece for cut, clarity, color, and finish, and we present it with clear, transparent information about its enhancement and origin so you can make an informed decision. Compared to other market options, this sapphire offers a compelling combination of provenance, excellent polish, and a natural personality that feels far more intimate than a mass produced alternative. It is ideal for the couple who wants an engagement stone that tells a story, one that will grow more meaningful as it is worn daily, reflecting light and life in a way that is both personal and timeless. If you are looking for an engagement gem that is distinct from the obvious, durable enough for everyday wear, and beautiful in both quiet moments and celebrations, this 1.24 carat cushion pink sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company is an outstanding and memorable choice.