1.60 Ct. Pink Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the tropical hills of Ceylon, Sri Lanka, this pink sapphire began its life buried in ancient metamorphic rock, slowly forming over millions of years as heat and pressure coaxed aluminum and trace elements into a jewel of enduring beauty. Local miners, working with respect for the land and generations of knowledge, carefully recovered the rough crystal, carrying with it a story of place, climate, and time. At The Natural Sapphire Company we listen to that story. We trace each step, from the wash of monsoon rains on the hillsides, to the hands that recognized the crystal for what it would become, to the journey across oceans to our studio. Holding this pear shape stone is like holding a fragment of Ceylon itself, a teardrop of pink warmth that carries the island sun, and the centuries of gemological history that make Sri Lankan sapphires so prized by collectors and designers alike.

This particular gem is a transparent 1.60 carat pear shape pink sapphire, with precise dimensions of 9.10 x 6.85 x 3.47 mm. It is fashioned in a mixed brilliant cut, a choice that blends the scintillating fire of a brilliant facet arrangement with the depth and window minimization of step facets. The clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which means the stone is eye clean, allowing pure admiration of its intense color intensity without visible distraction. The polish is excellent, giving a silky glow to each facet and ensuring that light slips in and out with smooth, lively motion. Importantly, there is no enhancement, the color and clarity are natural, stable, and unaltered, a quality that enhances the gem value and the emotional satisfaction of wearing an untreated treasure. The origin is Ceylon, confirmation that the hue and character are tied to a long tradition of Sri Lankan pink sapphires.

As a gem that began rough and arrived at a masterful pear shape, the transformation involved careful planning and sensitive cutting. The cutter considered how to balance weight retention with the final silhouette, how to place facets to maximize the intense pink while preserving the stone volume and minimizing inclusions. The mixed brilliant cut in a pear outline produces a focal point at the tip and a generous table that invites the eye into the gem. The result is a stone with lively scintillation and a soft, saturated body color. In the bench process, the point of the pear received particular attention. That delicate tip needs protection when set, so choices in mounting will often accentuate rather than conceal the grace of the point. The natural polish and lack of enhancement give a tactile luxury, a smoothness under the fingers that speaks of meticulous finishing by skilled hands.

This sapphire is ready to be customized into a wide variety of jewelry settings, offering versatility to suit classic, modern, or bespoke tastes. As a solitaire engagement ring it provides a romantic teardrop silhouette, elongating the finger when set north south, or offering a contemporary charm when set east west. A bezel setting will protect the delicate point and emphasize the shape with a clean metal rim, while a prong setting will maximize brilliance and let the pink glow breathe from all sides. Consider a halo of fine white diamonds to amplify the sparkle and create contrast that makes the pink appear even more vivid, or a halo of matching pink sapphires for a tone on tone statement. For a pendant, a delicate bail cradling the point will allow the stone to sip light as it moves, delivering shimmer with every step. Drop earrings in a mirrored pair, perhaps accented with small brilliant cut diamonds or mini sapphires, will turn heads. Three stone rings or heirloom inspired cluster settings will create visual weight for more dramatic pieces, and tension or modern open designs can showcase the mixed brilliant cut for a contemporary wearer. The dimensions of 9.10 x 6.85 x 3.47 mm make this gem suitable for rings, pendants, and many earring settings, while the 1.60 carat weight provides presence without overwhelming daily wear.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we specialize in guiding clients through the customization process, from initial inspiration to finished heirloom. We offer consultations to explore whether you prefer a warm rose gold bezel that echoes the pink, or a cool platinum mount that lets the color sing against a white backdrop. Our design service includes sketches, CAD visualizations, and sample metalwork to help you imagine the final piece. We can match this pear shape with side stones, choose diamond grades to balance brilliance and budget, and advise on prong geometry and bezel thickness to protect the point. For owners who treasure provenance, we provide documentation of origin, full gem details, and care guidance to ensure the stone retains its natural beauty for generations. Because this sapphire is unenhanced and eye clean, many setting styles will showcase its intense color without the need for heavy protective metal, but we will recommend options that marry aesthetics with durability. Commission times vary with complexity, and we work transparently to meet expectations, whether you are creating a personal statement, a bespoke engagement ring, or a family heirloom. Invite us to share the story of this Ceylon pink sapphire, and we will craft it into the jewelry that continues its journey from mountain to hand.