6.71 Ct. Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 6.71 carat oval purple sapphire from Ceylon Sri Lanka exemplifies deliberate lapidary precision, designed to maximize both optical performance and structural integrity. The stone measures 10.84 x 9.79 x 7.53 mm, and is executed in a mixed brilliant cut that unites a well proportioned brilliant crown with a faceted pavilion geometry that emphasizes return of light. The crown presents a traditional brilliant facet architecture, with a generous table that facilitates immediate face up presence, while the pavilion carries modified step and brilliant elements that increase depth and scintillation without sacrificing overall brilliance. Facet junctions are sharply executed and symmetry is consistent across the girdle, producing uniform light return and predictable scintillation patterns when the gem is tilted. The polish is graded excellent, yielding crisp facet reflections and minimal surface disturbance, and the clarity is evaluated as very very slightly included at eye level, indicating that the minor internal features do not materially affect face up transparency or performance.

Color is intense and evenly distributed through the body of the stone, presenting a true purple that leans toward a cool violet without crossing into brown or overly blue territory. The Ceylon origin contributes to a classic island hue profile that collectors associate with lively saturation and a slightly velvety overtone. Optical behavior is enhanced by the mixed brilliant cutting style, which balances scintillation and contrast to produce attractive flash and play of light across the table and crown. Like all corundum, this sapphire exhibits pleochroic tendencies, and viewed from different orientations one may observe subtle shifts between violet and blue violet, a characteristic that skilled cutters exploit to deliver appealing color dynamics. The stone is unenhanced, free from heat treatment or other interventions, which preserves natural color zoning and internal features that can authenticate origin and formation history.

Beyond its gemological attributes, this purple sapphire carries traditional metaphysical associations that many clients find compelling. Purple corundum is often associated with heightened mental clarity and disciplined focus, and it is traditionally thought to support intuitive perception and deeper states of meditation. Healers and collectors alike describe purple sapphire as a stabilizing influence on emotional turbulence, promoting calm and measured thought during periods of decision making. The hue links the stone to higher chakra work in classic metaphysical systems, favoring spiritual insight and an enhanced sense of personal sovereignty. Historically, Sri Lankan sapphires were prized by royalty and clergy for their perceived protective and clarifying properties, and this piece follows in that lineage as a talisman for thoughtful leadership and considered expression.

As offered by The Natural Sapphire Company this gem is optimized for elegant settings that respect both its structural proportions and its visual characteristics. The oval outline and balanced depth make it ideal for solitaire rings with low to moderate bezel or prong profiles, and it also responds well to halo configurations that increase perceived diameter while allowing light to enter from the sides. For metal choices, white metals such as platinum or white gold will emphasize the cool violet tone and maximize perceived brilliance, while warm yellow gold can create a classic contrast that brings out the richness of the purple. Because the stone is natural and unenhanced, standard corundum care practices apply, including routine cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush, and avoidance of harsh chemicals and prolonged exposure to extreme heat. For professionals and connoisseurs seeking provenance and technical documentation, The Natural Sapphire Company provides certification and origin verification, along with custom design consultation to tailor the mounting and finishing technique to this stone s optical and physical properties.