1.46 Ct. Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent 1.46 carat heart shaped purple sapphire measures 6.57 by 6.56 by 4.21 millimeters, the near equality between length and width indicates precise symmetry that is critical to a well centered heart silhouette. The stone is fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut, combining a faceted brilliant pavilion with a crown arrangement optimized for color transmission and scintillation, the pavilion depth of 4.21 millimeters relative to the average diameter of 6.565 millimeters yields a depth proportion of approximately 64.2 percent which sits within the range that maximizes light return while preserving the vivid color that defines this specimen. Clarity is graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, the inclusions are minute and do not interrupt the visual field under normal viewing conditions so the gem reads as effectively eye clean to most observers, and the excellent polish ensures crisp facet junctions and strong facet reflections which enhance perceived brightness. The sapphire has been heat treated, a stable and widely accepted enhancement in the trade used to improve color uniformity and clarity, and the origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka which is known for producing sapphires with a lively interplay of hue and saturation resulting from a specific mix of trace elements.

Color evaluation shows an intense color intensity, the hue sits squarely in the purple range with balanced saturation that avoids overdarkening of tone, and the stone exhibits even color distribution with only subtle zoning apparent at high magnification. In purple sapphires the coloration often reflects the interaction of chromium with the iron titanium system, producing violet to purple tones that respond well to a mixed brilliant faceting strategy, the crown facet arrangement facilitates color dispersion and small flashes of violet and red when the stone is rotated, while the brilliant pavilion returns pinpoint scintillation that animates the face up appearance. The heart shape has been cut with careful attention to the cleft and lobes so that light is collected evenly across the lobes and canal, this precision supports a stable girdle profile for secure setting and reduces the risk of chipping during mounting, and the excellent polish combined with precise symmetry means that the gem will display predictable optical performance in a variety of mounting orientations. Given corundum hardness of nine out of ten on the Mohs scale this sapphire is suitable for daily wear with appropriate setting choices, and we at The Natural Sapphire Company recommend prong settings that expose the pavilion to light for maximum brilliance, or low bezel treatments for additional protection when needed.

Beyond the technical parameters many collectors and practitioners ascribe metaphysical qualities to purple sapphires and to this heart shaped example in particular, traditionally purple corundum is associated with heightened intuition and enhanced clarity of thought, the purple spectrum is linked to the third eye and crown energy centers in many systems, and users often cite increased capacity for introspection and for sustaining calm during transitions. Purple sapphire is also thought to harmonize emotional states while supporting creative insight, the crystalline structure and sustained color saturation of a well cut stone can act as a focal point for meditation and for intentional work aimed at balancing inner and outer priorities, and heart shapes are commonly chosen to direct those properties toward matters of relationship and compassionate communication. It is important to note that these descriptions reflect historical and cultural associations rather than clinical claims, and heat treatment does not negate the symbolic or energetic qualities attributed to the stone. This heart shaped purple sapphire from Ceylon presented by The Natural Sapphire Company combines exacting lapidary craftsmanship with intense color and stable clarity, making it a technical and aesthetic choice for a wearer who values both material performance and the traditional metaphysical associations that accompany fine corundum.