0.61 Ct. Color Change Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One beautiful transparent 0.61 carat round shape color change sapphire is presented by The Natural Sapphire Company, measuring 5.12 by 5.10 by 3.20 millimeters, cut in a mixed brilliant style with a clarity grade of very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, medium intense color intensity, and an excellent polish, with no enhancement and an origin of Ceylon Sri Lanka. Compared with many sapphires on the market this gem stands apart because it is an untreated natural color change stone, a quality that is increasingly rare and sought after. Many stones offered elsewhere are heat treated to improve color or clarity, or they come from sources that produce a single uniform hue. This Ceylon sapphire offers a natural interplay of color along with exceptional transparency and a clarity that allows light to travel through the stone with very little obstruction. For buyers who want authenticity and long term value, a natural untreated stone from Ceylon with this degree of clarity and polish represents a stronger choice than similar sized stones that require enhancements to achieve visual appeal.

The mixed brilliant cut of this round sapphire is a geometric precision work that allows maximum light play, combining the best features of brilliant faceting on the crown with carefully proportioned pavilion facets below the girdle. The geometric faceting pattern uses an interlocking arrangement of triangular and kite shaped facets whose angles and alignments are optimized to capture incoming light and return it through the crown as brilliance and scintillation. In practice this means that each movement of the wearer activates a lively dance of light, with bright flashes and an even spread of sparkle across the table and upper facets. Compared with simpler cuts or heavy step cuts that emphasize color at the expense of sparkle, the mixed brilliant geometry here balances both attributes, so that the visual impression is at once vivid in hue and dynamic in life. The exact faceting also helps to emphasize the color change character by directing different wavelengths of light in complementary ways, enhancing the stone when viewed under cool fluorescent light and when seen in warm incandescent light, which is a unique advantage over uniformly colored sapphires.

Clarity and polish are frequently overlooked when comparing gemstones, but they are central to the experience of this sapphire. With a clarity grade recorded as very very slightly included at eye level the stone reads visually clean to most observers, allowing the medium intense color to glow without the clouding effect of heavy inclusions. The excellent polish ensures that each facet edge is crisp and that light is not lost to surface irregularities, which raises the apparent brightness and perceived size of the gem. Stones with similar carat weight but poorer polish or greater inclusions often look smaller and less lively, even when their numerical measurements are identical. Because this sapphire is transparent and untreated, collectors and buyers gain the confidence of knowing the color and clarity are natural expressions rather than the result of post mining alteration, and that rarity is built into the gem itself. The Ceylon origin adds another comparative advantage because Sri Lankan sapphires are historically valued for their purity of tone and their ability to present attractive colors across a range of lighting conditions, making this piece competitive with stones from other regions that may be either highly included or commonly treated.

From a value perspective this sapphire offers an attractive proposition when measured against other options in the market. Its compact size and round mixed brilliant cut make it versatile for many mounting styles, from elegant solitaires to halo settings that amplify presence without obscuring the color change. On a practical level sapphire is second only to diamond in hardness which means that when set with proper care this gem is an excellent candidate for everyday wear, providing durability that many colored stones cannot match. Compared to larger, treated sapphires or similarly sized stones with lower clarity or less refined faceting, this untreated Ceylon color change sapphire provides superior long term appeal for both collectors and those seeking a meaningful gift. The Natural Sapphire Company stands behind the description and imagery for this gem, and we concentrate on full disclosure and ethical sourcing in ways that many mass market vendors do not. If you seek a stone that combines refined geometric faceting designed to maximize light play, natural untreated color change rarity, and the trusted provenance of Ceylon origin, this 0.61 carat round color change sapphire offers a compelling balance of beauty, uniqueness, and value.