1.31 Ct. Pinkish Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the veins of Ceylon earth to the quiet glow beneath the jeweler's lamp, this sapphire has traveled an ancient path that reads like a small chapter of the island itself, carved by time and pressure into something that feels part mineral and part memory. Mined in Sri Lanka where sapphire seeking has been a craft for centuries, this stone was found by hands that know how to read the language of alluvial gravels, and rescued from the river beds where water and rock converse. When it reached our gem house at The Natural Sapphire Company, it was examined, measured, and then entrusted to cutters who treated it as a conversation rather than a commission. The result is a gem that still carries the quiet of its birthplace, the slight grit of its formation story, and the careful human touch that polished its facets to an excellent finish. Looking at it you can almost feel the humid breeze of the island, the heat of the day, and the patient motion of jewellers shaping its final form.

This gem is a transparent 1.31 carat marquise shape sapphire, with measurements of 10.61 by 4.79 by 3.31 millimeters, and a mixed brilliant cut that captures light in a lively, scintillating dance across its length. Its color reads as a pinkish purple, an elegant bridge between rose and violet, and the intensity is truly intense, producing a saturated, lively hue that changes slightly from face up to edge on, revealing depth without heaviness. The clarity grade is very slightly included evaluated at eye level, meaning the stone remains eye clean while retaining character that testifies to its natural origins. There is no enhancement, so the color and clarity you see are entirely natural, untouched by heat or chemicals, a rare and desirable trait that collectors and lovers of honest gems appreciate. The polish is excellent, each facet meeting with precision, allowing the marquise silhouette to elongate and flatter when set in a ring, pendant, or any custom embrace you imagine.

Beyond its physical story, this pinkish purple sapphire carries a tapestry of metaphysical associations that have resonated with cultures and crystal workers for generations, and we describe these traditions so you may consider how the stone might speak to you. The pink hue is associated with the heart, bringing gentle compassion, warm self love, and the courage to open emotionally, while the purple tint leans toward intuition, higher perception, and the quiet mastery of inner life. Together the hues create a soothing balance between feeling and knowing, a bridge between the heart center and the third eye. Many who work with sapphires for healing say that a stone like this can help calm the nervous system, ease anxieties that arise from overthinking, and invite clarity of intention without dulling emotion. For creatives, its color and vibrancy can spark fresh ideas and coax bold expression, for those on a path of relationship healing it can support the gradual loosening of old patterns, helping one to speak from tenderness rather than fear.

This marquise is particularly suited to becoming a very personal talisman or a striking design focal point, because the shape and size create a strong visual line that flatters the finger when worn as a ring, and offers an elegant silhouette for pendants and bespoke settings. The mixed brilliant cut ensures lively sparkle, while the long axis of the marquise feels directional, as if inviting the wearer to move forward with intention. At The Natural Sapphire Company we can help you imagine settings that honor the gem, settings that protect the delicate points of the marquise and showcase the stone s color, while using metals and design lines that resonate with your lifestyle and aesthetic. To care for this sapphire, gentle cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush is recommended, avoid harsh chemicals and extreme temperature changes, and have prongs and settings checked periodically to ensure security over time. Owning a no enhancement Ceylon sapphire connects you to a lineage of geological wonder and artisanal skill, and offers a lifelong companion that can be passed down with stories attached, because beyond its physical beauty this stone is a small archive of place, process, and personal intention. If you would like to explore custom designs or to feel the gem against skin, our team at The Natural Sapphire Company would be pleased to guide you, to share provenance documentation, and to help you create the moment when this sapphire becomes part of your story.