1.16 Ct. Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

If you are searching for a truly special stone that ends your quest for a standout gem, this radiant shape purple sapphire from Ceylon Sri Lanka answers that call. This transparent 1.16 carat sapphire measures 6.79 by 4.76 by 3.57 millimeters, and arrives to you with a clarity grade of very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, a faint color intensity, and an excellent polish. The radiant cut has been executed to capture lively internal reflections while preserving a clean, architectural silhouette that fits beautifully into rings, pendants, or collector mounts. For someone who wants the quiet confidence of a stone that will be noticed for its refined color and precision rather than loud flash, this sapphire is an ideal choice. The fact that it is natural and shows no enhancement adds to its rarity and appeal, especially for buyers who prize authenticity and geological provenance.

When you compare its brilliance to more common gemstones, the unique strengths of this purple sapphire become clear. Compared with diamonds the sapphire will not exhibit the same intense white fire, because diamond sits at the top of the dispersion scale, however the sapphire offers a colored brilliance that plays with light in a different, often more intimate way. The purple saturation, even at a faint intensity, transforms the light return into lavender and lilac flashes that react beautifully to warm and cool metal settings, giving a personality that a colorless stone cannot deliver. Compared with amethyst, which is a variety of quartz and has a lower refractive index, this Ceylon sapphire returns light with stronger scintillation and a more durable polish, so it reads as brighter and more lively in everyday wear. Compared with tanzanite, which can show dramatic pleochroism and shifting hues, this sapphire offers consistent color with exceptional toughness, making it more suitable for frequent wear in engagement settings. The excellent polish and the well proportioned radiant cut optimize facet contrast and sparkle, so when you move the gem it offers a lively interplay of light that is more structural and jewel like, rather than relying purely on flash.

Beyond optical performance this stone answers practical and emotional needs for discerning buyers. For someone planning an engagement ring you may want a gem that tells a story of place and care, a stone that will hold up to daily life, and a piece that remains distinct from conventional choices. This Ceylon sapphire delivers on all three points, with a pedigree from Sri Lanka, a clarity of very very slightly included evaluated at eye level that reads as clean to the naked eye, and hardness that outperforms many popular colored gems. For collectors seeking a rare variety the absence of enhancement is particularly important, because the natural color and crystal structure are preserved in their original state, which increases both scientific interest and long term value. At The Natural Sapphire Company we prioritize stones that meet both aesthetic and ethical standards, and this purple radiant sapphire represents a balanced fusion of refined beauty, wearability, and provenance. If you would like guidance on settings that will best showcase the stone, or a side by side comparison with similar stones in our inventory, we are ready to help you choose the perfect mounting so your search truly ends here.