2.25 Ct. Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This is a beautiful transparent 2.25 carat pear shape purple sapphire from Ceylon Sri Lanka offered by The Natural Sapphire Company. The stone measures 10.37 by 7.00 by 4.34 millimeters and is cut in a mixed brilliant style to maximize sparkle and light return. Clarity is graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which means the gem appears eye clean to most observers while retaining natural character. Color intensity registers as very light, revealing a delicate lilac to pale lavender hue that is rare in untreated sapphires. The polish is excellent, and the stone is natural with no enhancement, making it an exceptional example of untreated Ceylon material that highlights both beauty and provenance.

When you compare the hue and tone of this Ceylon purple sapphire to sapphires from other famous locations, the differences become a clear part of its appeal. Kashmir sapphires are celebrated for a deep velvety cornflower blue with a soft silkiness in medium to strong tone, while Burmese sapphires typically sit in a richer, more saturated blue or deep purple range. Madagascar has produced many vivid and strongly saturated purple and violet sapphires, often with a stronger medium to deep tone than this very light example. Australian sapphires tend to be darker and inky, with blue or greenish tones that read heavier in most lights. By contrast, this Ceylon stone delivers a lighter, airier purple that is more pastel and more luminous, a tonal quality that is more akin to the rare pale sapphires beloved by connoisseurs who prefer subtlety over intensity.

Compare the hue and tone of this sapphire also to gemstones beyond corundum to understand its unique position. Amethyst can display similar lilac and lavender hues, but quartz has a different refractive index and a lower hardness, so an amethyst will not exhibit the same crisp brilliance or the same durability as sapphire. Purple spinel is an attractive and durable alternative, often showing vivid saturated color, but spinel typically returns light differently and lacks the same refractive fire that a well cut sapphire shows. Purple tourmaline can be intensely hued but often carries different undertones and inclusions. This untreated Ceylon purple sapphire combines the optical properties and toughness of corundum with an unusually pale and luminous purple that sits between the pastel palettes of Montana and the stronger violet notes of Madagascar, creating a tone that is both delicate and enduring.

The mixed brilliant pear cut, combined with the stone s excellent polish and high transparency, gives this gem an edge in face up performance when compared to many market alternatives. A step cut or a poorly executed brilliant will tend to hide color or produce a flat look in very light stones, whereas the mixed brilliant helps return light to the eye and emphasizes scintillation. The clarity grade very very slightly included at eye level means the stone will read clean and pure when set, unlike commercial stones from some sources that show visible inclusions or clouding and require heat treatments to mask these features. The lack of enhancement adds tangible value and rarity, because many high volume sapphires from other regions are heat treated to stabilize or deepen color. An untreated Ceylon purple sapphire of this size and quality is uncommon, and for buyers seeking both aesthetic refinement and integrity of origin, it stands out.

For jewelry design and investment, this 2.25 carat pear shape purple sapphire is versatile and distinctive. Its 10.37 by 7.00 by 4.34 millimeter dimensions work beautifully as a centerpiece in an engagement ring, a pendant, or a bespoke piece where the soft lilac hue can be complemented with warm metals or contrasted with small accent diamonds. Compared to heavier toned sapphires from Kashmir, Myanmar, Madagascar, or Australia, the gentle tone of this stone offers a wearable elegance that suits both daytime and evening looks, and its untreated status from Ceylon makes it a collectible choice for the discerning buyer. At The Natural Sapphire Company we prioritize provenance, cutting quality, and honest grading, and this sapphire exemplifies those commitments by delivering a rare combination of pastel purple charm, excellent polish, high transparency, and natural origin. Contact The Natural Sapphire Company for further details on setting options and to ensure this unique Ceylon purple sapphire becomes a lasting part of your collection.