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

This pear shaped purplish pink sapphire weighs 1.60 carat and measures 8.47 by 5.73 by 4.27 millimeters, dimensions that deliver a commanding presence while remaining elegant for everyday wear. The stone is transparent with a medium color intensity that balances vividness and versatility, allowing it to stand out without overwhelming a design. It has been cut to a mixed brilliant faceting style, combining the brilliance of modern facet arrangements with the graceful silhouette of a pear shape, and the polish has been evaluated as excellent, giving the pavilion and crown facets a clean, reflective finish. Clarity has been graded as very very slightly included at eye level, a designation that tells the informed buyer that inclusions are minute and do not detract from visual purity when set and viewed in typical lighting conditions. Most importantly for collectors and connoisseurs alike, this sapphire has no enhancement, an attribute that significantly affects both desirability and long term value, and the gemstone is from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a historic origin known for producing some of the world s most sought after sapphires.

For an educated buyer who understands the interplay of weight, cut, color and clarity, this sapphire delivers a rare combination. At 1.60 carat the stone occupies a sweet spot where presence is obvious yet the proportions remain wearable in multiple mounting styles. The length to width ratio, derived from the dimensions, creates a classic pear outline that flatters the finger or neck and also amplifies the perception of size through strategic faceting. The mixed brilliant cut concentrates light back to the viewer, enhancing brilliance and scintillation, while the excellent polish ensures optimal light return with minimal surface diffusion. The very very slightly included clarity means that while microscopic internal features may exist, they do not compromise transparency or the gem s ability to act as a focal point. Combined with medium color intensity, the purplish pink hue appears lively and even, providing color saturation without veering into overly dark tones that can mute sparkle. From a market perspective, an untreated, transparent Ceylon purplish pink sapphire of this size and cut is scarce, and provenance from Sri Lanka adds provenance value because buyers associate Ceylon origins with a particular spectrum and velvety transparency that collectors prize.

When considering design, this sapphire is ideal for a statement piece, whether as the center of a solitaire ring, the focal drop in an elegant pendant, or the principal gem in a halo design that uses accent diamonds to emphasize color and size. Its size and clarity mean it will read as a single, uninterrupted window of color from normal viewing distances, which is precisely what you want in a showpiece. The durable corundum mineral structure of sapphire makes it suitable for everyday wear when set properly, and the absence of enhancements means the stone requires no special precautions beyond standard care for fine gems, such as avoiding harsh chemicals and extreme thermal shocks. For mounting, a bezel can protect the delicate tip of the pear, while prong settings will maximize light exposure and fire. If you prefer an independent assessment, we can arrange a formal report from major gem laboratories to document weight, dimensions, clarity observations, and origin. At The Natural Sapphire Company we stand behind the integrity of this sapphire, offering full disclosure about its qualities and origin, and ensuring that every recommendation aligns with long term value retention and aesthetic excellence. This purplish pink pear sapphire is an exceptional candidate for a signature piece, combining measurable attributes and proven provenance into a single, compelling gem.