1.70 Ct. Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent 1.70 carat cushion shape purple sapphire measures 6.18 x 5.78 x 5.17 mm and is presented in a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes sparkle while preserving the classic cushion silhouette. The clarity grade is slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which indicates natural inclusions that are visible under careful inspection but do not significantly diminish the gem's overall transparency or light performance. The color is a true purple with medium color intensity, a tone that is consistently attractive and versatile in jewelry design, and the polish is excellent, yielding superb facet definition and lively return of light. This sapphire is unheated, no enhancement, and its documented origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a source renowned for producing stones with a refined and elegant hue. The combination of natural transparency, untouched color, and a precise mixed brilliant cut makes this gem a standout example of artisanal lapidary work balanced with geological rarity.

For the educated buyer, this sapphire represents a rare convergence of size, color, and provenance. Purple sapphires are considerably less common than their blue counterparts, and finding an untreated purple sapphire at 1.70 carats with good transparency and medium intensity is uncommon in the market. Ceylon origins further enhance desirability, as Sri Lankan sapphires are historically prized for their even color distribution and pleasing tones, which differ distinctly from the deeper, more saturated colors from other locales. The slightly included clarity grade should be seen as confirmation of natural origin rather than a flaw, and many collectors and connoisseurs prefer the character and certainty that such inclusions provide. The mixed brilliant cut amplifies scintillation and maintains weight, so you receive both visual impact and proportional presence for use in rings, pendants, or bespoke pieces. At The Natural Sapphire Company we emphasize traceable origins and transparent grading, and this cushion purple sapphire exemplifies the attributes that matter most to discerning buyers, namely natural color, no enhancement, clear provenance, expert cutting, and a size that is rare for this hue. This gem is ideal for someone seeking an elegant, investment quality sapphire with distinctive color and verifiable natural origin.