1.25 Ct. Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This pear shape purple sapphire offered by The Natural Sapphire Company is a precisely cut transparent gem weighing 1.25 carats, with calibrated dimensions of 9.38 millimeters by 6.31 millimeters by 2.82 millimeters. The cutting style is faceted with a mixed brilliant cut configuration, and the stone presents an excellent polish that renders facet junctions crisp and reflective. The gem originates from Ceylon Sri Lanka and has been stabilized through standard heat treatment, a common enhancement that optimizes body color and clarity while remaining permanent under normal wear conditions. The clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating that inclusions are minimal and do not interrupt overall transparency, and the color intensity is described as faint which gives the stone a delicate and airy purple presence suitable for refined settings.

From a proportions and faceting standpoint the stone demonstrates thoughtful lapidary execution. The length to width ratio is approximately 1.49 which falls into the classically pleasing elongated pear proportions, preserving elegance without appearing overly narrow or squat. The cutting employs a mixed brilliant approach, combining brilliant style facets on the crown to maximize scintillation with a modified pavilion architecture that controls face up brightness and light return. The measured profile produces an approximate depth of 2.82 millimeters relative to the average diameter giving a depth percentage near 36 percent which is relatively shallow for pear shapes and contributes to an enhanced face up spread. This shallower pavilion increases perceived size and table openness, and the mixed brilliant faceting together with the precise polish mitigates excessive windowing, preserving a lively balance of sparkle and color dispersion.

Color and clarity characteristics are consistent with quality Ceylon sapphires that show refined, delicate tones rather than saturated heaviness. The faint purple hue reads clean and cool in daylight and under jewelry lighting, with the stone presenting a transparent body that allows internal light movement to remain visible. The very slightly included clarity assessment at eye level implies inclusions are small and well positioned so as not to detract from brilliance or structural integrity, and the excellent polish ensures that those inclusions do not scatter light or create visual disruptions. Heat treatment has been applied to enhance the subtle purple notes and to stabilize color uniformity, a recognized and permanent treatment for corundum when conducted under controlled conditions. The result is a piece that exhibits the characteristic Ceylon clarity and lightness of tone that collectors and designers appreciate, especially when set to emphasize light return and face up appearance.

On the matter of durability this sapphire benefits from the inherent toughness of corundum, which scores 9 on the Mohs hardness scale. This places it one step below diamond which is 10, and well above common jewelry materials such as quartz which is 7 and topaz which is 8. A Mohs hardness of 9 means the stone resists abrasion and scratching in everyday wear and is suitable for rings pendants and other jewelry expected to encounter regular contact. Despite high hardness the pointed tip of a pear shape remains a localized vulnerability to impact, so protective setting choices such as a bezel or a reinforced V prong at the tip are advisable to prevent chipping. Heat treatment does not materially reduce hardness, and this stone can be safely cleaned with standard jeweler cleaning processes, though we recommend avoiding harsh chemicals and subjecting the setting to routine inspection. For bespoke settings or technical questions about mounting and orientation, The Natural Sapphire Company can provide specialist guidance to ensure optimal protection and display of the gem.