3.06 Ct. Pinkish Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent, radiant shape pinkish purple sapphire weighs 3.06 carats, a weight that positions it firmly within the premium bracket for colored gemstones. At this size, the sapphire delivers both visual presence and versatility for fine jewelry, offering a substantial gemstone that remains well suited to elegant rings and bespoke pendants. The gem originates from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a source historically associated with some of the finest sapphires, and it arrives to the market in its natural state, with no enhancement. The Natural Sapphire Company presents this sapphire as an example of natural quality where carat weight, origin, and the absence of treatment come together to define its premium character.

Measured at 7.85 x 6.87 x 5.95 mm, the stone reflects balanced proportions for a radiant cut, enabling consistent light return across the table and crown facets. The radiant cut in this piece has been executed to emphasize a lively pavilion and a well defined crown, producing a controlled scintillation and an attractive interplay of larger flashes and smaller pinfire brilliance. The polish of the stone is excellent, which contributes to sharp facet junctions and a clean surface finish that enhances transparency and the perception of depth. The clarity is graded as slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating natural internal features that do not significantly detract from overall visual appeal, and which serve as evidence of authenticity for collectors and connoisseurs.

Color is a defining attribute of this sapphire, described as pinkish purple with vivid intensity. The hue sits in a refined zone where pink tones warm the purple, producing a vivid saturation that remains strong even under varied lighting. This vivid color intensity, combined with the 3.06 carat weight, amplifies the gem’s presence and value, since color saturation and size act together to determine a sapphire’s desirability. The transparent body allows the color to be read consistently from the table, while the radiant cut disperses light to show multiple planes of color without undue darkening at the corners. Because the stone is untreated, its color and saturation are intrinsic, rather than the result of heat or other enhancements, which supports both its rarity and long term stability.

From a practical perspective, the 3.06 carat weight offers designers and clients a flexible foundation for fine jewelry. At the recorded dimensions, the sapphire sits comfortably in a variety of mounting styles, from classic four prong and bezel settings to more complex halo or three stone arrangements, while retaining a pleasing finger presence when set as a center stone. Durability is consistent with corundum, making the gem suitable for everyday wear with standard care. The provenance from Ceylon, the absence of enhancement, the excellent polish, and the slightly included clarity evaluated at eye level collectively define a premium natural sapphire that aligns with The Natural Sapphire Company’s standards for transparent, responsibly sourced gemstones. For clients seeking a natural, vividly colored sapphire with a substantial 3.06 carat weight and precise cutting, this gem represents a well documented and enduring choice.