1.49 Ct. Purple Star Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This translucent purple star sapphire, weighing 1.49 carats and shaped into a refined oval of 7.30 x 5.29 x 3.99 mm, is a rare jewel that speaks to collectors and connoisseurs who seek a singular possession. Fashioned as a cabochon to best reveal its six ray star, the asterism dances across an intense violet field whenever light touches its surface. Slightly included at eye level, these natural characteristics contribute to the gem s individuality and to the strength of the star, while excellent polish ensures a silky surface and a crisp, clean sheen. Originating from the storied mines of Ceylon in Sri Lanka, and enhanced by careful heat treatment to stabilize and intensify its hue, this sapphire carries the provenance and character that elevate it beyond a mere accessory into a piece of rare beauty.

Imagine this oval purple star sapphire set with restraint and intention, a design that will age with grace rather than with fashion. A low profile bezel in warm 18 karat gold will protect the cabochon while allowing the star to glide across its dome, or a three claw platinum mount will present the gem like a celestial talisman. Because corundum is second only to diamond on the Mohs scale, this sapphire has the hardness and resilience to be worn daily and to sustain generations of use. With only subtle, natural inclusions visible at eye level, and with an excellent polish that keeps the surface reflective and luminous, the stone is ideal for a bespoke commission. Envision family initials discreetly engraved into the reverse of the mounting, or a secret inscription hidden beneath the bezel, a quiet way to connect each wearer to those who came before. When set by an experienced jeweler, this star sapphire will become a focal point of family stories, an object that accumulates meaning with every passing year, a piece that will be handed down and cherished for its history as much as for its beauty.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we curate stones of singular quality and provenance, and this purple star sapphire stands as an invitation to join a select circle of owners who value rarity and legacy. Our team will work with you to design a setting that ensures both protection and presentation, and to provide guidance on care so the gem retains its star and colour for decades to come. Owning this cabochon is to possess a slice of Ceylon s geological poetry, a gem whose heat treatment has been applied with respect to its natural character, and whose intense colour and polished finish read as a signature of refinement. Limited in nature by its weight, its shape and the quality of its asterism, this sapphire will not be easily replaced. For a family seeking an heirloom that will be as meaningful to grandchildren as it is to its first wearer, this stone promises a continuity of beauty, a tangible emblem of lineage, and a testament to the enduring appeal of natural sapphire.