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1.03 Ct. Pinkish Purple Sapphire from Tanzania
This loose stone ships by Aug 16
Item ID: | S40161 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 6.67 Width: 5.44 Height: 3.06 |
Weight: | 1.03 Ct. |
Color: help | Pinkish Purple |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Cushion |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Tanzania |
Per carat price: help | $1,301 |
This 1.03 carat cushion shape pinkish purple sapphire is a rare blend of saturation and clarity that sets it apart from many stones on the market, with precise dimensions of 6.67 by 5.44 by 3.06 mm and a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes scintillation and table brightness, it delivers a lively face up appearance that outshines typical amethyst and lower grade pink sapphires, its intense color intensity gives it a vivid personality without crossing into artificial looking tones, the clarity grade of very slightly included evaluated at eye level means that the gem reads clean to most viewers while maintaining natural character, the excellent polish enhances light return and tactile quality, and the heat treated enhancement is a stable and widely accepted process that refines color while preserving long term durability, originating from Tanzania this sapphire carries a distinctive regional hue that distinguishes it from more common sources, compared to alternatives this sapphire offers superior hardness and wearability for daily pieces, stronger brilliance than many pastel alternatives, and a color range that balances femininity and modernity, collectors and designers will notice that a carefully cut 1.03 carat cushion delivers more perceived size and sparkle than many rounded cuts of equivalent weight, making this gem a smart choice for those seeking maximum visual impact per carat.
In practical styling the stone is remarkably versatile, it sits equally well in contemporary bezel mounts for casual everyday wear and in elegant four prong or halo settings for formal occasions, the pinkish purple tone layers beautifully with rose gold for warm, romantic pieces and contrasts crisply with white metal for a more modern, editorial look, because sapphire is among the hardest gem materials it is ideal for rings and bracelets that see frequent wear, while its mixed brilliant cut scatters light in a way that flatters both daylight and evening lighting, compared to similar sized stones this sapphire provides a unique balance of presence and subtlety, for those who value traceable origins and expert sourcing this gem is available from The Natural Sapphire Company, our team can advise on mounting styles that enhance hue and brilliance, and we stand behind the gem with the knowledge and service that serious buyers appreciate.































