1.76 Ct. Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

If you are searching for a singular gemstone that answers the needs of both a meaningful engagement and a prudent collector investment, this marquise purple sapphire from our collection is the perfect solution. This transparent 1.76 carat marquise shape sapphire measures 9.94 by 5.41 by 4.50 millimeters, and it is fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes sparkle and face up presence. The stone is eye clean when evaluated at eye level, with a light color intensity and an excellent polish that allows light to travel through the pavilion and return exceptional brilliance. There is no enhancement to this sapphire, and its origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a source celebrated for producing sapphires with refined color and strong market recognition. At The Natural Sapphire Company we understand that you want a gemstone that looks beautiful on the hand, and that also carries the integrity and provenance to stand as a lasting family heirloom.

Visually this sapphire presents a soft, elegant purple that reads as a delicate lavender to the eye, a color that is increasingly sought after for those who want something distinct from the expected blue sapphire. The marquise shape delivers an elongated silhouette that makes the stone appear larger on the finger than a round of similar weight, and it flatters the hand while offering versatility in setting styles from classic east west rings to refined solitaire designs. The mixed brilliant cut enhances scintillation and returns lively flashes from every angle without sacrificing the stone proportion. Because the sapphire is transparent and eye clean, the light plays through the interior facets, creating a lively presence in natural daylight and under evening light alike. For a buyer looking for both statement and subtlety, this gem meets the need for wearable elegance and unmistakable quality.

From an investment perspective this untreated Ceylon sapphire represents a compelling balance of rarity, aesthetic appeal, and provenance. Natural, unheated sapphires command an important place in the colored gemstone market because there is a finite supply of stones with such clarity and natural color, and because treatment free stones are increasingly preferred by collectors and connoisseurs. Over recent decades demand for unique colored sapphires has broadened, and purple and lavender tones have gained particular attention as collectors seek unusual and well documented examples. Provenance from Sri Lanka adds historical desirability, and stones that combine a desirable carat weight with a clean eye appearance and excellent polish tend to outperform more common, treated material when offered through established dealers. While no gemstone can be guaranteed to appreciate in every market cycle, untreated gemstones with strong documentation and attractive face up presence have a track record of retaining value and sometimes showing premium growth as availability tightens and collector interest increases.

Choosing this marquise purple sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company means selecting an elegant piece that satisfies immediate aesthetic desires, and that also answers long term considerations for value and authenticity. We can provide certification, detailed imagery, and bespoke setting options to create a ring or pendant that preserves the gem integrity and enhances its market appeal. If your priority is a romantic engagement stone that will be admired today and respected by future buyers, or a rare addition to a curated collection that complements existing holdings, this sapphire closes the search with confidence. Contact us for more information on provenance documentation and custom design options, and let us guide you through turning this exceptional Ceylon sapphire into a treasured and potentially appreciating asset.