3.22 Ct. Purplish Pink Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This purplish pink cushion sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company is a rare and refined example of what makes Ceylon sapphires so desirable, a transparent 3.22 carat stone measuring 8.86 by 7.96 by 4.58 millimeters, cut in a mixed brilliant style to marry classic cushion proportions with modern scintillation, its color intensity is listed as intense, clarity is very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, and polish is excellent, a heat treated enhancement brings out a vivid, even saturation without compromising stability or durability. Compared to high profile gems like the Logan Sapphire, which is celebrated for its vivid cornflower blue, this purplish pink sapphire offers something more intimate and personal, a color that changes the emotional language of a jewel from regal coolness to warm romance, and where famous blue sapphires speak to tradition and institutional prestige, this stone speaks to individuality and modern elegance. The mixed brilliant cut is designed to maximize light return in a cushion outline, giving it a lively, sparkling face up presence that rivals the lively brilliance seen in high quality historical gems, while its eye level clarity ensures that the viewer sees pure color and clean facets rather than internal distractions, a balance that many historic stones attempt but few achieve at this size and purity.

When collectors and connoisseurs think of legendary gemstones like the Star of India or the Kashmir sapphires, they think of size and velvety depth, qualities that command attention and legacy. This purplish pink sapphire takes a different, equally compelling route, offering a color that sits between the romantic hues of padparadscha and the flirtatious tones of pink spinel, but with the superior hardness and wearability of corundum. Unlike a large fancy color diamond, where value is driven by rarity of hue within a rigid grading system, colored sapphires reward subtlety of tone and evenness of saturation, and this stone’s intense purplish pink color is both consistent and lively across its table, making it a more wearable daily statement than many fragile fantasy stones. Compared to Burmese rubies that are prized for their pigeon blood red and deep saturation, this sapphire wins on approachability and versatility, pairing beautifully with both warm and cool metals, and lending itself to jewelry designs that span from vintage inspired solitaires to contemporary halo settings.

From a gemological perspective, the provenance from Ceylon, Sri Lanka is a significant point of comparison to other storied localities, because Sri Lankan deposits have furnished the world with sapphires that combine bright, clean tone with a natural brilliance, unlike some deposits that produce either overly dark or overly pale stones. The very slightly included clarity designation means the stone is essentially eye clean, a practical advantage over many historically famous stones that required careful viewing or special settings to conceal inclusions, and the excellent polish enhances facet crispness so the stone reads with immediate freshness in the jewelry. Heat treatment is a standard, accepted practice in the trade, used here to stabilize and intensify the natural hue, and it should be viewed in the context of responsible enhancement that unlocks the stone’s very best appearance while maintaining its intrinsic value and structural integrity. When placed alongside famous sapphires that carry heavy historical narratives, this sapphire stands out because it is ready to become part of a new story, one that values wearability, contemporary color trends, and long term durability.

Choosing this purplish pink cushion sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company is a decision guided by both aesthetic judgment and technical confidence, because you are getting a stone that blends a striking, intense hue with a clean, eye level clarity and a versatile cushion silhouette, a combination that often commands a premium in the market yet here represents an accessible path to exceptional color. For those who admire the romance of historic gems but prefer to wear their jewels every day, this sapphire offers a balance of presence and practicality, and it will pair seamlessly with refined settings, bespoke commissions, or a signature solitaire. The rarity of intense purplish pink coloration in a transparent, eye clean, mid three carat sapphire from Ceylon means this gem is not simply another color trend, it is a durable, timeless choice that will retain desirability for years to come, and the craftsmanship in cutting and finishing assures the stone will perform beautifully under any light. If your aim is to own a gemstone that compares favorably to the emotional impact of famous historic stones, while offering superior versatility and contemporary appeal, this sapphire is a persuasive option, and The Natural Sapphire Company stands ready to assist with certification, setting advice, and bespoke design to ensure this remarkable gem becomes a treasured centerpiece.