1.00 Ct. Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This pear shaped purple sapphire carries with it the quiet dignity of a gemstone that has been cherished across centuries. Sourced from the famed sapphire fields of Ceylon, Sri Lanka, and presented by The Natural Sapphire Company, this 1.00 carat gem measures 7.48 x 5.29 x 3.49 millimeters, a classic pear silhouette that has long signified refinement and enduring taste. The hue sits in a medium intense range, a violet leaning purple that evokes both regal robes and twilight skies, and the mixed brilliant cut harmonizes modern faceting with timeless form to produce lively scintillation. At eye level the stone is graded slightly included, a characteristic that reassures the wearer of the gem s natural origin and individual story, and the excellent polish allows each facet plane to release light with an elegant, gentle flash. There is no enhancement, a fact that will please the connoisseur who values authenticity, and the provenance from Ceylon adds a layer of historical romance, remembering trade routes, skilled lapidaries, and collectors who prized Ceylon s sapphires for their unique color and clarity.

To behold this sapphire is to witness an interplay between color and light that is both subtle and arresting. The mixed brilliant cut deploys a crown of smaller facets above a pavilion designed to return light to the eye, so movement and ambient light reveal varying depths of purple, from a richer core to slightly lighter edges. Slight inclusions seen only at eye level lend a fingerprint to the gem, they are small internal hallmarks that make the stone unmistakably natural while not detracting from its transparency and sparkle. The excellent polish enhances each facet junction, offering crisp facet reflections and a smooth surface that is pleasant to touch and easy to set cleanly in fine jewelry. The pear shape gives the sapphire versatility, flattering as a solitaire ring center, gracious as a pendant drop, and elegant as the focal point in delicate earrings. With a hardness that places sapphire among the most durable gems worn daily, this Ceylon purple sapphire is appropriate for enduring pieces meant to be worn and admired for generations.

When designing a custom piece around this purple pear sapphire, consider pairings that honor classical balance and the gem s storied character, while offering contrast to highlight its color. A halo of small white diamonds will lift the purple into high contrast, the icy fire of diamond accent stones increasing apparent brightness and creating a luminous frame that reads both regal and timeless. For warmth and romantic resonance, a trio setting using two cushion or round pink sapphires or morganites flanking the pear will bring out the violet towards rose tones and create a vintage inspired palette that sits beautifully in rose gold. For a more historical or antiquity inspired look, old mine cut or rose cut accent stones set in yellow gold will evoke jewelry of older eras, where softer faceting and warm metal tones paired with vivid central stones for a majestic effect. For a bolder modern heirloom, a graduating row of small Ceylon blue sapphires on one shoulder transitioning to purple on the other will celebrate the stone s origin and produce a sophisticated ombre that flatters a bespoke platinum or white gold mounting.

Thoughtful metal choice and setting style will define how this sapphire reads in everyday life and in special occasions. Platinum or white gold will emphasize coolness and clarity, making the violet appear more vivid against a bright, neutral backdrop, ideal for those who wear their jewels with understated formality. Rose gold will warm the stone and offer a soft, romantic frame that nods to vintage aesthetics, particularly when combined with soft milgrain or engraved shoulders. Yellow gold deepens the historic feel, pairing exceptionally well with rose cut diamond side stones to create a family heirloom style that could be passed down as a treasured keepsake. For a necklace, a simple three prong bezel at the tip of the pear will produce a floating effect that highlights the stone s shape, while a prong setting with a delicate halo will enhance sparkle and presence for a ring. Earrings made from matched pear sapphires, or a single pear drop paired with a small diamond cluster, will offer feminine movement and a silhouette that references classical designs worn by nobility and collectors for centuries.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we curate each gemstone with respect for provenance, craftsmanship, and the personal stories our customers wish to tell through their jewelry. This 1.00 carat pear purple sapphire from Ceylon is an invitation to create something that honors tradition while reflecting contemporary taste, whether you choose a solitary, minimalist ring, a richly detailed vintage inspired pendant, or a bespoke piece that mixes diamonds, pastel sapphires, or warm morganites to sculpt color and contrast. Our design consultations will explore metal choices, halo and accent stone options, and setting styles that protect the stone while amplifying its beauty. We provide full disclosure of measurements, cut and polish quality, clarity at eye level, and the no enhancement status to ensure confidence in your selection, and we can assist with certification and care guidance so the piece you create will endure as a legacy. If you are drawn to history, depth of color, and a natural story embodied in one small pear shaped treasure, this Ceylon purple sapphire offers a rare combination of authenticity, wearability, and classical allure, ready to be set into a custom creation that will be treasured for generations.