2.16 Ct. Pink Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There are places on earth where time moves slowly enough for color to be born, and the slopes of Ceylon have been sending forth such treasures for centuries. This pink sapphire began its life deep within metamorphic rock, a crystal of corundum shaped by heat and pressure into a gem that would one day catch a human eye and stir the heart. Our miners work closely with local communities to find stones that tell a story, and this gem was hand selected for its unusual clarity and delicate hue. From the moment it left the earth it carried with it the warmth of Sri Lankan soil, the memory of monsoon rains, and the quiet patience required for nature to create color that is at once subtle and arresting. At The Natural Sapphire Company we honor that story, and every step from mine to workshop is guided by respect for the land and for the craft of transforming a raw crystal into a wearable work of art.

In the hands of our master cutters this 2.16 carat oval pink sapphire found the form that lets it sing. Its dimensions are 9.01 x 7.00 x 4.25 mm, and it has been fashioned in a mixed brilliant cut to balance sparkle and color. The mixed brilliant design gives a lively crown of facets above a carefully faceted pavilion, creating flashes of light that animate the pink tones and add a sense of depth that draws the eye inward. The stone is transparent, with a clarity grade of very very slightly included when viewed at eye level, and this near pristine transparency allows light to travel through the gem with minimal interruption. Its color intensity is medium light, a tone that reads as romantic and fresh, and the excellent polish achieved by our polishers ensures that every facet face is a mirror ready to reflect light back to the viewer. The sapphire is untreated, with no enhancement, so the color and clarity you admire are the result of natural formation and careful cutting, not of later manipulation.

What distinguishes this sapphire from others is the way its near flawless quality enhances its beauty from every angle, a quality that becomes obvious whether you are studying it under a loupe or wearing it and watching it move with your gestures. Because the clarity is exceptionally clean at eye level, the mixed brilliant cut is free to perform at its best, producing crisp scintillation from the crown and a lively play of light from the pavilion. From the face up view the medium light pink appears even and luminous, while at oblique views the depth created by the pavilion facets adds a soft internal glow. The excellent polish sharpens each facet junction so that flashes of white sparkle alternate with subtle pink flashes of color, giving the stone dimensionality and life. The very very slight inclusions that are present are like tiny fingerprints of origin, they confirm that this is a natural sapphire from Ceylon and they do nothing to detract from the stone’s brilliance. Instead they become part of the narrative of authenticity that collectors and lovers of natural gems cherish.

This pink sapphire sits beautifully on the hand, elegant and intimate, its oval silhouette flattering the finger and allowing the stone to wear slightly larger than its carat weight might suggest. Its size and proportions make it a superb choice for an engagement ring setting where the mixed brilliant cut can catch light from every angle, or for a pendant where the gem can swing and reveal its inner fire. Beyond aesthetics there is cultural resonance, as Ceylon sapphires carry a legacy of craftsmanship and trade, and their colors have inspired jewelry traditions across generations. When you choose a gem from The Natural Sapphire Company you are choosing a connection to that legacy, a commitment to ethical sourcing, and a piece that has been finished with the utmost attention to cut and polish. Our team will happily advise on settings that enhance the oval outline and protect the pavilion, while showcasing the stone’s transparent, medium light pink color. In a world of manufactured effects this sapphire’s honest beauty is refreshing, a reminder that nature and careful human hands together can create something quietly magnificent.