1.09 Ct. Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exceptional purple sapphire weighs 1.09 carats, and measures 6.23 by 6.26 by 3.90 millimeters, presented in a classic round shape with a mixed brilliant cut. The mixed brilliant cut blends a faceted pavilion that enhances depth with a brilliant style crown that optimizes return of light, producing lively scintillation and a pleasing balance of fire and brilliance. The stone is transparent, with intense color intensity that gives the gem a rich, vivid purple presence without appearing overly dark. Clarity is graded as slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which means the sapphire has minor natural inclusions that do not detract from its overall beauty or its performance when set in jewelry. The polish is excellent, which enhances the visual crispness of each facet and contributes to the gem appearing clean and lively under a range of lighting conditions. Importantly, this sapphire bears the hallmark of natural provenance, originating from Ceylon Sri Lanka, and it is completely untreated, no enhancement, which is a distinct quality attribute that signals both rarity and authenticity.

From a gemological perspective, the combination of intense color, transparency, and an untreated Ceylon origin places this sapphire in a category that appeals to educated buyers and collectors. Slightly included clarity in a sapphire often means the stone retains strong natural character while still offering high appeal for jewelry use, because inclusions in corundum seldom compromise durability. The mixed brilliant cut has been expertly executed to harmonize with the gem s natural crystal orientation, optimizing light return and color distribution across the table. Excellent polish indicates careful lapidary work, which is essential when assessing light performance and long term surface wear. The fact that the sapphire is untreated, no enhancement, materially increases its desirability to connoisseurs who prize natural color and natural formation processes, as many sapphires on the market have undergone heat treatment to improve tone and clarity. Origin from Ceylon Sri Lanka adds provenance value, because Ceylon is historically respected for producing sapphires that combine lively color with a certain silk like clarity and pleasing hue distribution.

This sapphire is an outstanding candidate to be fashioned into a generational heirloom, because it combines natural rarity, aesthetic longevity, and physical resilience. Corundum, the mineral family of sapphires, rates nine on the Mohs hardness scale, which makes it exceptionally resistant to everyday wear and suitable for rings that may be worn daily, as well as for pendants and brooches destined to be passed down through families. When set with thoughtful design choices that prioritize secure settings and gentle protection of the girdle, the gem s clarity and intense purple color will age gracefully, maintaining visual impact for decades. A classic bezel or low profile prong setting in a precious metal such as platinum or 18 carat gold will both secure the stone and frame its color, creating a design that can transcend changing trends. Beyond durability, the untreated nature and documented origin create a compelling provenance story, which enhances emotional attachment and collectible value for descendants who inherit the piece.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we treat provenance, documentation, and responsible sourcing as essential components of an heirloom purchase. We can provide gemological documentation that describes the stone s weight, dimensions, cut type, clarity grade, color intensity, polish, treatment status, and origin, which supports long term valuation and trust for future generations. Because this sapphire is untreated, no enhancement, and comes from Ceylon Sri Lanka, it carries attributes that experienced buyers understand and appreciate, combining both natural beauty and investment quality. We recommend regular professional cleaning and occasional inspection of the mounting to preserve both the gem s surface and the security of its setting, and we can assist with bespoke design options that will honour family heritage while protecting the stone. Choosing this sapphire means selecting a natural, well cut, and carefully finished gemstone that is built to be loved, to be worn, and ultimately to be handed down as a meaningful legacy.