1.30 Ct. Purplish Pink Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This cushion shaped purplish pink sapphire weighs 1.30 carats, and measures 6.16 by 5.84 by 4.34 millimeters, presenting a compact profile that balances presence and wearability. The gem has been fashioned in a mixed brilliant cut, a faceting strategy that combines a brilliant oriented pavilion with a modified cushion crown, engineered to maximize both scintillation and saturated color. The pavilion depth relative to the stone footprint produces a depth that is approximately 72.3 percent of the average diameter, a proportion that tends to concentrate color and create velvety depth without sacrificing return of light, particularly with the brilliant facet pattern in the pavilion. The table facet has been sized and positioned to allow broad flashes of light and to stabilize the eye impression of the rich purplish pink hue, while the crown faceting has been calibrated to balance contrast and large facet flash, producing lively scintillation at short viewing distances and strong color presence at longer viewing angles. The cutting and facet junctions reflect expert calibration, the mixed geometry allowing this cushion to read both as a lively, brilliant gem and as a richly saturated colored stone that holds tone.

Color evaluation registers as intense purplish pink, a descriptive grade that indicates a dominant pink hue with a perceptible violet component, contributing to the jewel like, romantic tone associated with Ceylon sapphires. Origin verified as Ceylon Sri Lanka, this sapphire displays the characteristic lively, slightly velvety saturation that collectors attribute to the island, while the heat treatment enhancement present is the standard, stable treatment used to optimize color and clarity in corundum. The heat enhancement is permanent, it does not introduce out of band fluorescence or unstable fillings, and it brings forward the stone's intrinsic purplish pink character, improving saturation and clarity uniformly without producing any unnatural color separation. The intense color intensity is managed within the cut proportions so that the stone preserves discernible hue and saturation across different lighting environments, from daylight to warm incandescent, with a pleasing shift toward the purplish component under cooler light and a more pronounced pink warmth under warmer tones.

Clarity is graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, effectively rendering the sapphire eye clean for typical jewellery use, with only minute internal features detectable under close scrutiny or loupe magnification. These internal features do not interfere with transparency or light transmission, and they are contained, not reaching the surface, preserving both durability and polish integrity. The polish has been executed to an excellent standard, the facet surfaces smooth and free of orange peel, and the facet junctions crisp, supporting optimum light return and clean reflection patterns. As corundum, the mineralogical properties contribute to performance, with a Mohs hardness of 9 facilitating resistance to abrasion, a specific gravity in the range typically observed for sapphire that gives the piece a satisfying heft in hand, and refractive indices typical of corundum that produce strong internal reflection and modest birefringence, characteristics which enhance the perceived brilliance and color of the mixed cut. These gemological qualities make this piece a technically sophisticated example of a small, intensely colored sapphire optimized for both visual impact and everyday robustness.

Design and setting possibilities for this 1.30 carat cushion are broad, reflecting the stone's versatility for casual and formal contexts alike. In a low profile bezel or demi bezel the stone becomes an elegant everyday piece, the cushion silhouette framed for durability and a contemporary aesthetic. In a prong set solitaire for a ring or pendant, the mixed brilliant cut will display lively scintillation and broad color flashes suitable for evening wear and formal presentations. A halo of contrasting diamonds will accentuate the intense purplish pink, improving perceived size and producing formal, high impact brilliance for special events, while paired settings as stud earrings or a three stone ring offer a more architectural, yet wearable approach. The Natural Sapphire Company can provide bespoke mounting recommendations, matching metal choice and setting style to the gem proportions to control perceived depth, table size, and face up color. For care, routine cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush maintains brilliance, and routine inspections of the setting will protect against mechanical risk. This heat treated Ceylon sapphire combines technical precision in cut, robust material properties, and a richly saturated purplish pink presence, making it a flexible and enduring choice for customers seeking a gem capable of translating between refined evening elegance and confident daily wear, and The Natural Sapphire Company will work with you to certify, set, and present this stone to its fullest technical and aesthetic advantage.