2.91 Ct. Pink Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 2.91 carat oval pink sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company is presented as a transparent, precisely faceted gemstone, with dimensions of 8.29 by 6.74 by 5.64 millimeters. The shape is classic oval, cut in a mixed brilliant style to balance table facet brilliance with pavilion faceting that promotes depth and fire. The stone is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a clarity characteristic that preserves visual purity while confirming natural formation. Color intensity is light, yielding a delicate pink that reads as refined rather than saturated, and the polish has been assessed as excellent, producing crisp facet junctions and a clean face up presentation. This sapphire is natural and untreated, with no enhancement, and is noted as originating in Ceylon Sri Lanka, a region with a long history of producing pink and pastel sapphires with pleasing clarity and hue variation.

Optical performance is defined by the mixed brilliant cut and the gem proportions. The oval outline provides a generous face up area relative to weight, allowing the light pink tone to be seen across the table with subtle internal reflections. The mixed cut offers scintillation from the crown while the pavilion facets add controlled light return, resulting in an attractive balance of sparkle and color wash. The very slightly included clarity grade means inclusions are minimal and do not detract from the overall transparency under normal viewing conditions. With an excellent polish, the surface interactions with light are optimized, enhancing luster and allowing the stone to display soft flashes of pink and near colorless highlights rather than deep color zoning. The light color intensity ensures the gem reads as gentle and versatile, making it suitable for a range of jewelry applications where a refined, understated pink is desired.

When set in jewelry this light pink sapphire complements a wide range of skin tones through contrast and harmony depending on metal choice and setting design. On warm skin tones the stone’s pink will read as softly accentuated, and pairing the sapphire with yellow gold will emphasize warmth and create a classic, radiant combination. Rose gold enhances the stone’s inherent pink character, producing a tonal harmony that can feel romantic and cohesive, particularly in close set or halo styles. On cool skin tones the light pink will appear more delicate and slightly cooler, and settings in white gold or platinum will offer a high contrast, contemporary backdrop that allows the pink to appear crisp and luminous. Neutral skin tones will accommodate all three metal palettes, with the sapphire adapting to either warm or cool contexts, which makes it particularly versatile for bespoke pieces. Design choices also influence perceived color, with open prong settings maximizing light transmission and brightness, while bezel or lower profile settings can soften contrast and present the pink as more pastel. Surrounding accent stones provide additional options for color interplay, for example small white diamonds promote clarity and brightness, while tiny light colored sapphires can build layered tonal effects. The combination of the gem’s natural origin, no enhancement, and the thoughtful mixed brilliant cut makes this 2.91 carat Ceylon pink sapphire an excellent candidate for a refined, enduring jewelry commission, and it is offered and described by The Natural Sapphire Company.