0.73 Ct. Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 0.73 carat oval purple sapphire from Ceylon Sri Lanka presents precise dimensions of 5.82 by 4.37 by 3.35 millimeters, cut in a mixed brilliant configuration that marries a faceted crown with a concentrically faceted pavilion, creating strong light return and an even scintillation pattern. The cutter has balanced table size against pavilion depth to maintain an intense color intensity without sacrificing brilliance, the crown and pavilion facets display crisp junctions and an excellent polish that produces sharp facet reflections and minimal windowing. Clarity is graded as very slightly included at eye level, with inclusions that do not interrupt the overall transparency or the gem related light performance, the girdle is consistent, the symmetry of the oval is well centered, and the stone is natural with no enhancement, a verified attribute we stand behind at The Natural Sapphire Company.

In color character the sapphire reads as a true violet with a subtle blue bias, the hue and tone distinguish it from other classic localities, compared to classic Kashmir material it is less cornflower blue and leans more toward violet rather than pure blue, compared to Burmese sapphires it is less saturated toward red tones and maintains a clearer violet purity, compared to Madagascar and Thai purples it exhibits a lighter, more luminous tone with less brown or muddiness than some heat treated or darker material from those regions, compared to Australian stones which can be deeper and more inky, this Ceylon example retains superior transparency and liveliness, and compared to Montana sapphires it is more saturated and richer in violet, Montana material often shows greener or teal undertones which are absent here. For the technical buyer seeking a balanced combination of optical precision and a distinct Ceylon violet hue, this stone offers an intense, lively tone with exacting cut geometry and polish, and with provenance and treatment disclosure guaranteed by The Natural Sapphire Company this sapphire will perform predictably in jewelry settings that enhance its violet presence.