1.71 Ct. Purplish Pink Sapphire from Tanzania

This transparent 1.71 carat purplish pink sapphire measures 7.62 x 5.01 x 4.26 mm, and is executed in a classic emerald cut. The faceting follows a step cut regime, with broad parallel rectangular facets on the crown and matching stepped pavilion facets that create the hall of mirrors signature of emerald styles. The stone has been graded very very slightly included at eye level, which yields an effectively eye clean appearance that maintains strong light transmission and minimizes visual disruption of color planes. The intense color intensity is consistently distributed across the table and facet planes, a direct outcome of deliberate rough orientation and precise cutting decisions. The polish is excellent, producing crisp facet junctions and smooth facet surfaces that reduce surface diffusion of light. There is no enhancement, and the sapphire is of Tanzanian origin.

The emerald cut geometry enhances the sapphire inherent optical characteristics by prioritizing broad facet surfaces and controlled internal reflection over dispersed scintillation. With an overall depth proportion near 67 percent, the stepped pavilion depth and the large table combine to maximize color saturation while allowing large, directional flashes of light to travel across the stone. Light entering the table is captured by the long rectangular crown facets and reflected between the parallel pavilion steps, producing broad flashes of purplish pink that emphasize the gem natural hue and intensity. The scarcity of small facets means that scintillation is more measured, resulting in stable color zones and dramatic internal flash rather than rapid sparkle, a quality preferred by connoisseurs seeking pure color expression. The excellent polish and precise facet alignment further improve specular reflection, enhancing luster and contrast between the bright flashes and the deeper color windows. Because there is no heat or other enhancement, the visual performance you see is a direct result of natural trace element chemistry and expert cutting. At The Natural Sapphire Company we focus on proportion and facet architecture to balance color saturation, light return, and table brightness, delivering a purplish pink emerald cut sapphire that demonstrates how disciplined cutting elevates intrinsic optical properties.