7.11 Ct. Peach Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From deep within the verdant landscape of Sri Lanka, known in centuries past as Ceylon, a land imbued with the rich tapestry of ancient traditions and history, emerges a captivating treasure, a peach sapphire of remarkable beauty and clarity. The journey of this gemstone begins in one of the world's most ancient sapphire deposits, where skilled miners use time-honored techniques handed down through generations to uncover these precious gems hidden in the earth's embrace. These artisanal miners possess not only expertise passed down like cherished heirlooms but also a profound respect for nature, ensuring that every stone extracted from the earth is done so sustainably, protecting the environment that gifts us with such treasures. The journey from rough mineral to a splendid gemstone is one of artistry, painstaking care, and reverence for the natural world.

Here is where the magic of human craftsmanship marries with natural wonder: the rough exterior of the peach sapphire is lovingly transformed under the hands of master cutters, whose precision and dedication turn nature's bounty into a symphony of light and color. The sapphire, with its radiant cut, reflects the fruition of expert cutting that maximizes its natural beauty, showcasing its medium intense color intensity. This particular hue, a gentle yet vibrant peach, conjures images of sun-kissed Ceylon fields and captures the warmth and vitality of its origin. Despite the presence of very slight inclusions visible only under close scrutiny, this sapphire offers a near blemishless tableau, a reminder of its journey from deep within the earth to the dazzling centerpiece it was destined to become.

The peach sapphire achieves a balance of allure and endurance with its 7.11 carat weight proudly ensconced in dimensions of 9.69 x 9.37 x 7.49 mm. Its hardness ranks considerably high on the Mohs scale, comfortably positioned at a nine, second only to the illustrious diamond. This fortitude ensures that the sapphire not only mesmerizes with its beauty but also stands the test of time, offering both elegance and practicality to those fortunate enough to possess such a gem. Bearing an excellent polish, the surface reflects light in dazzling array, akin to the shimmering warmth of the Ceylon sun playing upon the gentle waves of the Indian Ocean.

At The Natural Sapphire Company, we celebrate the unique stories behind each gemstone, connecting our valued customers to the ancient and modern artistic endeavors that bring such pieces to life. With every sapphire we present, like this extraordinary peach variety, we aim to honor its origins, its journey from earth to enchantment, and the cultural stories it carries with it. We invite you to become part of the legacy, to hold a piece of history and art, one crafted by forces of nature and perfected by human artisanal heritage, a testament to beauty enduring beyond time.