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1.48 Ct. Pinkish Purple Sapphire from Tanzania
This loose stone ships by Apr 26
Item ID: | S36682 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 7.1 Width: 5.78 Height: 4.32 |
Weight: | 1.48 Ct. |
Color: help | Pinkish Purple |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Tanzania |
Per carat price: help | $1,100 |
Since antiquity sapphires have been worn by royalty and poets alike, symbols of fidelity, wisdom, and the quiet power of the night sky, and this pinkish purple sapphire from Tanzania continues that noble tradition, a gem whose story feels older than any single lifetime, a stone that invites the imagination to travel across centuries, across royal courts and moonlit gardens, while remaining perfectly at home in the present, and at The Natural Sapphire Company we are proud to present this transparent 1.48 carat oval sapphire, measuring 7.10 x 5.78 x 4.32 mm, cut in a mixed brilliant style to maximize fire and brilliance, with an intense color intensity, an excellent polish, and a clarity grade described as very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, heat treated to enhance its natural beauty, and sourced from the rich deposits of Tanzania. The oval shape echoes the classical forms favored by Victorian jewelers and by artisans in ancient Persia, a silhouette that flatters the hand and the heart alike, while the mixed brilliant cut ensures that every movement catches light, revealing flashes of rosy violet and clear crystalline sparkle. This is a gem that reads as timeless, a link between the old world and the new, a jewel that would have been cherished on the breast of a queen as readily as it would be chosen by someone seeking to offer a promise that is both modern and enduring, and the provenance from Tanzania lends it a sense of place and authenticity that resonates with collectors and romantics who value traceable origins and responsible sourcing.
Imagine a love tale written in color, where the first soft blush of affection becomes a lasting vow, and this sapphire embodies that narrative in every facet, its pinkish purple hue suggesting the first light of dawn and the last flush of twilight, a spectrum that speaks of longing and fulfillment in equal measure, as if the stone itself remembers the hush of a secret garden where two hands met and decided to journey together, and because the clarity is very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, the gem carries within it the gentle memory of the earths formation, tiny natural signatures that do not diminish its beauty but rather confirm its authenticity and individuality, a reminder that true love is not flawless in the abstract, but perfect in context, and that a little imperfection can become the most moving proof of a life lived. The mixed brilliant cut is a storyteller in metal and light, each facet placed to translate the sapphires intense color intensity into a living, breathing glow, so that under candlelight the stone seems to pulse with emotion, and in daylight it offers a clarity and depth that invites quiet contemplation, as lovers trade promises and futures, the stone reflecting not only the colors of the world around it, but the colors of the heart. Envision this gem set as a ring center, cradled in a minimal bezel that allows its oval profile to elongate the finger, or as the centerpiece of a pendant, resting close to the heart where its color will be a constant, intimate companion, and when you look closely you will appreciate how the excellent polish and the careful proportions of 7.10 x 5.78 x 4.32 mm create a balance between brilliance and saturation, a combination that gives the gem both presence and grace.
At The Natural Sapphire Company we understand that a gem of this character deserves a setting that honors its history and its promise, and our team of designers and master setters can advise on designs that range from vintage inspired solitaires to modern halo settings that amplify the stones luminous romance, and we emphasize the gem facts so that you can make an informed and confident choice, this piece is a transparent 1.48 carat oval sapphire, mixed brilliant cut, very slightly included when viewed at eye level, intense in color intensity, with an excellent polish, heat treated to enhance and stabilize its pinkish purple tones, and originating from Tanzania where skilled miners and ethical practices contribute to the quality and traceability of each parcel. For those who seek an heirloom in the making, this sapphire offers an ideal balance of rarity and wearability, a size that is comfortable for everyday elegance, and a personality that matures with each moment it witnesses, and our specialists are available to discuss custom settings, certification, and care recommendations to ensure that the stone retains its vivid personality for generations to come. Choose this Tanzanian pinkish purple sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company, and carry forward a gem that unites ancient symbolism with personal narrative, a jewel that is both a declaration and a keepsake, ready to be inscribed into your family story.































