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

This transparent 0.77 carat oval pinkish purple sapphire measures 6.01 by 4.82 by 3.04 mm, and it presents a balanced proportion that is well suited to a variety of jewelry designs. The gem is cut as a mixed brilliant, combining a faceting scheme that emphasizes both depth and surface scintillation, and it has an excellent polish which enhances light return and visual crispness. Originating from Ceylon Sri Lanka, this sapphire displays the characteristic clarity and refined color associated with that source. The stone has been heat treated, a standard enhancement used to stabilize and intensify natural color, and this treatment has been applied in a manner that preserves the gem's intrinsic transparency and structural integrity.

Clarity is an important factor when considering a gemstone for a statement piece, and this sapphire is graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating that inclusions are minimal and do not interfere with the overall appearance. The high level of clarity allows light to travel through the pavilion and crown without significant obstruction, which in turn maximizes brilliance and internal fire. With medium intense color intensity, the pinkish purple hue is strong enough to read clearly at standard viewing distances, yet it retains nuance and depth when examined closely. The combination of intimate clarity and a concentrated, yet balanced, color plane makes this oval gem particularly effective as the focal element in a ring, pendant, or bespoke brooch.

At 0.77 carat and with the presented dimensions, this sapphire occupies a practical size threshold that reads as a statement without overwhelming typical mounting styles. Oval shape provides a flattering visual elongation, creating the perception of a larger surface area on the finger or in a setting when compared with round stones of equivalent weight. The mixed brilliant cut contributes to a lively face up presentation, delivering flashes across the table while maintaining a strong, saturated hue around the girdle. For designers and clients seeking a single strong focal point, the combination of substantial transparency, very very slight inclusions, and medium intense color supports settings that emphasize the gem alone, or settings that pair the sapphire with restrained accent stones to enhance contrast and presence.

The Natural Sapphire Company presents this Ceylon sapphire as a candidate for refined statement jewelry, where size and clarity are decisive factors in the overall impact of the piece. The stone adapts well to classical solitaire mounts, three stone compositions, and halo settings where the central oval can benefit from surrounding accents that amplify perceived size and brightness. Practical considerations for setting include a secure bezel or prong arrangement to protect the pavilion and maintain symmetry, and a design approach that allows light to reach the mixed brilliant facets without excessive metal coverage. With its excellent polish and heat treated stability, the gem is ready for precision setting and long term wear, and clients seeking a center stone that balances presence with refined optical quality will find this pinkish purple sapphire a fitting choice.