1.47 Ct. Pink Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One beautiful transparent 1.47 carat cushion shape pink sapphire, measuring 6.59 x 5.81 x 3.81 mm, presents a rare combination of classic form and modern precision. This sapphire has been faceted in a mixed brilliant cut, which balances large pavilion facets for depth with smaller crown facets for lively scintillation. The clarity is graded very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means that under normal viewing conditions the stone reads as clean, with only minute inclusions detectable upon close inspection by an experienced grader. The color intensity is medium intense, sitting in a sweet spot that offers saturation and presence without becoming overly dark. The polish of this gem is excellent, and perhaps most importantly for discerning buyers, the sapphire has no enhancement. Its origin is Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a provenance with a long and well respected history for producing sapphires with both refined color and excellent crystalline quality. Taken together, these technical attributes explain why this gem is attractive to a collector who values natural, well proportioned, and unheated stones.

Color and tone are central to the appeal of any pink sapphire, and this Ceylon example displays a medium intense pink hue with subtle violet undertones that impart a sophisticated, slightly cool character. When compared to sapphires from Madagascar, which can produce vivid and warm pinks often leaning toward a rosy orange, this Ceylon stone offers a more restrained and classic pink that reads as elegant and wearable in multiple lighting conditions. Compared to sapphires from Burma, or Mogok, which are better known for their strong reds and highly saturated pinkish rubies, this Ceylon pink is more delicate and purely pink rather than tending toward the red spectrum. Compared to Montana pink sapphires, which frequently show lighter pastel tones and a more subdued, almost icy quality, the Ceylon medium intense tone is richer and more saturated, offering stronger presence in jewelry. The hue and tone also contrast with Padparadscha sapphires from the same island, which combine pink and orange tones to produce a distinct sunset effect, whereas this cushion shaped gem maintains a focused pink identity that is both versatile and immediately recognizable as a fine Ceylon pink.

The mixed brilliant cut of this cushion shape plays a vital role in how the hue and tone are perceived, because facet arrangement controls light return and color saturation. The pavilion facets of a well executed mixed brilliant cut deepen the apparent color, allowing the medium intense tone to show as vivid without looking opaque. The excellent polish further enhances light performance, permitting even the very very slight inclusions to be less noticeable. In the marketplace, clarity grades at the VVS level, evaluated at eye level, are particularly desirable because many sapphires exhibit more obvious inclusions that affect transparency. By contrast, stones from certain famous deposits can show different inclusion scenes. For example, Kashmir sapphires, when they occur in the blue range, are prized for a velvety appearance produced by silk inclusions, while some Sri Lankan pinks can display clean, transparent clarity like this example, making them highly sought after by buyers who prefer brilliance over the milky diffusion that some deposits produce. The fact that this gem is unheated and untreated adds a premium, because heat treatment is a common and accepted enhancement in the industry, and untreated stones with pleasing color and clarity represent a smaller and more valuable subset.

From the perspective of design and daily wear, this cushion shape and 1.47 carat weight sit comfortably in a variety of settings. The dimensions of 6.59 x 5.81 x 3.81 mm offer a pleasing table and depth relationship, which is ideal for both solitaire and halo settings. The durable hardness of corundum, nine on the Mohs scale, assures wearability for an active lifestyle, making this piece suitable for an engagement ring as well as a high end fashion ring. In terms of color pairing, the medium intense Ceylon pink looks exceptional with both warm yellow gold and cool platinum or white gold. When set in yellow gold, the pink reads a touch warmer and richer, whereas in white metals it reads cleaner and slightly more contemporary. Lighting also affects perception. Under daylight or cool LED lighting the pink tends to read a pure medium pink with bright reflections, while under warmer incandescent light the stone gains a softer, slightly warmer cast. Compared to stones from other famous sources, the visual stability of this Ceylon pink is noteworthy. Some sapphires from Madagascar or Thai sources can show stronger shifts or less even saturation in different environments, while a well cut Ceylon stone like this one tends to preserve its attractive tone.

When considering provenance, documentation, and market position, this cushion shaped pink sapphire exemplifies the qualities collectors and informed buyers seek. The Natural Sapphire Company sources specimens with clear origin information, and Ceylon provenance carries a strong reputation for yielding transparent, finely colored gems. For the educated buyer, the combination of a medium intense pink hue, very very slightly included clarity at eye level, excellent polish, no enhancement, and an expert mixed brilliant cut creates an asset that is both beautiful and sound from an investment viewpoint. Compared to famous historical sapphires from Kashmir, Burma, or Sri Lanka that are known for specific color signatures, this gem offers a distinct identity as a refined Ceylon pink, not as a copy of other regional types. Whether you are assembling a collection, commissioning a bespoke piece, or seeking a signature engagement gem, this sapphire delivers proven quality and aesthetic versatility. Please contact The Natural Sapphire Company for additional images, lighting comparisons, or to discuss setting options and certificates, so that you can evaluate this stone with the full information that a knowledgeable buyer expects.