1.67 Ct. Pink Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 1.67 carat marquise pink sapphire from Ceylon, Sri Lanka is an elegant example of natural gem quality offered by The Natural Sapphire Company. The stone measures 11.01 by 6.01 by 3.31 mm, and it is fashioned in a mixed brilliant cut that balances table brilliance with well defined facets along the pavilion. The body tone shows a delicate, light pink color intensity that reads as refined and wearable in a variety of settings. Clarity has been graded as very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, and the gem remains visibly transparent and lively to the naked eye. Polish is excellent, which maximizes light return and emphasizes the gem's soft pastel hue. Importantly for discerning buyers, this sapphire has received no enhancement, preserving the natural character and long term value associated with untreated Ceylon material.

The inclusion scene within this marquise sapphire is what gives it an unmistakable signature, and it is a key reason the piece will appeal to an educated buyer. Under magnification the stone displays a constellation of fine pinpoint crystals and delicate silk-like rutile traces that gently diffuse light, creating a satiny inner glow rather than a harsh scattering of brilliance. There are also a few small crystal cavities and faint featherlike growth lines that articulate the gem's natural formation history, features that confirm its origin and authenticity without compromising durability. These subtle internal features interact with the mixed brilliant cut to produce a soft scintillation and a whisper of life across the table and along the points, an effect that photographs tend to flatten but that is quite attractive in person. For collectors and bespoke clients who value provenance and integrity, the combination of untreated Ceylon origin, measurable dimensions suitable for a refined marquise setting, excellent polish, and the unique inclusion fingerprint makes this sapphire a thoughtful choice, one that carries both aesthetic charm and verifiable natural character.