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0.72 Ct. Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

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Item ID: S34082
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Product Details
Item ID:
S34082
Dimensions (MM):
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Length: 5.56
Width: 5.58
Height: 3.41
Weight:
0.72 Ct.
Color:
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Purple
Color intensity:
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Intense
Clarity:
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Very Slightly Included
Shape:
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Round
Cut:
Mixed Brilliant
Cutting style:
Faceted
Enhancements:
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Heat Treated
Origin:
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Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
Per carat price:
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$1,300
Product description

There are gemstones, and then there are rarities that enter the collection of a connoisseur and remain there for a lifetime, admired and treasured. This is one such rarity, a transparent 0.72 carat round shape purple sapphire that arrives with the quiet authority of something truly uncommon. Cut to a mixed brilliant profile, it measures 5.56 x 5.58 x 3.41 mm, a perfect balance of presence and poise that fits elegantly into an intimate ring, a refined pendant, or a pair of bespoke earrings created for an individual who seeks distinction. Selected by the expert eye at The Natural Sapphire Company, this sapphire offers an intense color intensity that speaks of depth and vibrancy, a hue that moves between royal purple and velvety amethyst under different light, and a polish graded as excellent, so every facet returns light with precision and fire. For a collector or a client who understands the language of exceptional gemstones, this stone is more than an adornment, it is an invitation to belong to an exclusive circle of owners who value provenance and artistry.

The technical pedigree of this sapphire confirms its elite status while ensuring it is ready for the graceful application of design. Its clarity is assessed as very slightly included when viewed at eye level, a grade that assures transparency and brilliance while retaining the natural character that gemstones of genuine origin possess. The mixed brilliant cut amplifies sparkle while preserving the saturation of color, a choice that demonstrates the cutter s sensitivity to the stone s innate strengths. Enhancement by heat treatment has been applied, a standard and accepted practice within the trade that stabilizes color and improves clarity without compromising integrity. Origin matters deeply when rarity and story are essential, and this piece hails from Ceylon in Sri Lanka, a source renowned for producing sapphires with luminous, living color, and a historical cachet that adds to the gem s narrative. The measurements of 5.56 x 5.58 x 3.41 mm ensure a symmetry and balance that will set the stone beautifully in custom work, affording designers the freedom to realize both bold and subtle visions.

Beyond its technical excellence, this purple sapphire is supremely versatile, equally suited to casual grace and formal splendor, a rare quality that elevates it beyond mere occasion wear. In a daytime setting it lends an air of considered elegance to a cashmere sweater or a silk blouse, its warm purple tone catching sunlight and reflecting a personality that is confident without being ostentatious. Transitioning to evening, it assumes a more dramatic role, anchoring a tuxedo lapel or a couture neckline with the assured presence of a jewel selected by an informed hand. The mixed brilliant cut works in all settings, dispersing light into scintillating facets when under the varied light of a city, and retaining depth under the softer glow of candlelight. For clients who desire a single piece that can fulfill multiple roles in their wardrobe, this sapphire answers with the quiet versatility of an heirloom that was made for every chapter in a life well lived. Its size and proportion are ideal for bespoke commissions that demand both subtlety and impact, allowing your jeweler to design settings that range from minimal bezel mounts to open prong settings that let the stone breathe and communicate with every movement.

Owning this sapphire through The Natural Sapphire Company is not simply a transaction, it is entry into a curated experience with access to craft, history, and care. Each stone we offer is chosen for individuality and rarity, and this purple sapphire is presented in the spirit of exclusivity, a singular gem that we will not replicate. The combination of transparent clarity, intense color intensity, an excellent polish, and measured dimensions creates a jewel that responds to light and to life with exceptional character. For the discerning client who wishes to commission a one of a kind piece, we provide bespoke design consultations, professional setting recommendations, and trusted certification advice to preserve value and integrity. As a personal note from our team, we welcome conversations about how this sapphire might inhabit your next creation, whether you seek a daily talisman or a statement piece reserved for landmark moments. Availability is limited, and stones of this quality and origin are sought after by collectors around the world, which ensures that an acquisition today is an investment in rarity and in enduring beauty.

If you would like to experience this purple sapphire in person, we invite you to contact The Natural Sapphire Company to arrange a private viewing or a detailed video consultation. Our specialists will provide high resolution imagery, lighting comparisons, and expert guidance on mounting options that enhance the stone s natural virtues while reflecting your personal style. We stand ready to partner with jewelers or to manage the entire bespoke process on your behalf, ensuring that the final creation is as exclusive as the gem itself. For those who appreciate the provenance and the subtleties that define true rarity, this 0.72 carat round purple sapphire from Ceylon in Sri Lanka is a rare offering, a gemstone that promises to become a defining piece in any collection, and a companion to memories, milestones, and distinctive taste. Contact us to begin the conversation, and allow us to introduce you to the understated power of a sapphire chosen with care.

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Our packaging, reports, and documentation are crafted to be refined, concise, and trustworthy. With our reputation as our greatest asset, we never cut corners. Explore our detailed reports and premium packaging for every sapphire.

Our custom zinc alloy ring boxes are designed to impress as much as our sapphire rings and jewelry. Each box weighs nearly a pound, adding a touch of luxury to your experience.
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Our customers often comment about our stunning, hand made, presentation boxes and reporting documents. Large zinc-alloy boxes are included at no extra cost for jewelry items over $5000.
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Presentation matters. We take extra special care to present our items professionally. Our custom hand-made zinc-alloy ring boxes are heavy weight. At almost 1 pound each they are extremely impressive and unique.
Smaller Zinc-allow ring box
For Jewelry Purchases from $500-$5000 in value we include our petit zinc alloy box.
Long, dark brown hinged jewelry box showcasing a line bracelet gently secured and beautifully displayed
For line bracelets over $500, we include a high quality, hinged jewelry box. Pictured is one of the beautiful styles that we may use.
Dark brown jewelry box showcasing two hanging earings upon opening
For hanging earrings over $500, we include a high quality, hinged jewelry box. Pictured is one of the beautiful styles that we may use.
Petit box w/ luxurious white pouch showcasing a piece of jewelry
Jewelry items under $500 will ship in a signature pouch and box.
Zinc-alloy sapphire box - closed with view of stone through window
Our hand-made zinc sapphire boxes are the finest in the industry and are included for all sapphires over $2000.
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A well presented sapphire makes a difference.
Wooden display box
For sapphire purchases between $500 and $2000 we ship a high quality black display box which shows the sapphire professionally. Stones under $500 will ship in a secure plastic pouch.
Document folder nicely wrapped
Each document folder is individually gift wrapped.
Assortment of reports and certification documents on table
Our extensive gemological reports cover every possible detail of your item. Professionally made with care to explain what gemological terms mean, our reports offer an education in fine sapphires and jewelry reporting.
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Inside you will find well organized reporting to include appraisal, identification and gem faceting grade reports. Special care literature on how to clean your sapphire or jewelry is included as well.
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Jewelry cleaner included with items over $2,000. * Unfortunately for international shipments we can not include liquids.
Sample identification report dust cover
Sample identification report dust cover [front].
Sample identification report
Sample identification report
Sample identification report reference page
Sample identification report dust cover [inside back].
Sample 3d scan report dust cover
Sample 3D scan report dust cover [front].
Sample 3D scan report.
Sample 3D scan report.
Sample 3D scan report reference page
Sample 3D scan report dust cover [inside back].
Zinc-alloy ring box - opened
Zinc-alloy ring box - closed
Smaller Zinc-allow ring box
Long, dark brown hinged jewelry box showcasing a line bracelet gently secured and beautifully displayed
Dark brown jewelry box showcasing two hanging earings upon opening
Petit box w/ luxurious white pouch showcasing a piece of jewelry
Zinc-alloy sapphire box - closed with view of stone through window
Zinc-alloy sapphire box - open
Wooden display box
Document folder nicely wrapped
Assortment of reports and certification documents on table
Open folder displaying documents
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Sample identification report dust cover
Sample identification report
Sample identification report reference page
Sample 3d scan report dust cover
Sample 3D scan report.
Sample 3D scan report reference page
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