0.71 Ct. White Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 0.71 carat oval white sapphire from Ceylon, offered by The Natural Sapphire Company, presents a disciplined balance of proportion and clarity, with precise dimensions of 6.49 by 5.38 by 2.59 millimeters. The gem is fashioned in an oval shape with a mixed brilliant cut, a choice that marries the faceting philosophy of the brilliant with pavilion facets that enhance light return and internal fire, producing a lively, controlled scintillation across the stone. The material is transparent and graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating an eye clean appearance with any inclusions detectable only under magnification. Its color intensity is near colorless, which lends the gem a refined and adaptable visual neutrality suitable for a wide range of metal colors and mounting styles, while the excellent polish ensures that every facet edge is crisp, maximizing the sapphire's capacity to interact with incident light. Importantly for discerning buyers, this sapphire has undergone no enhancement, preserving its natural state and the integrity of its Ceylon origin.

The mixed brilliant cut and oval outline work together to deliver optical performance that is both elegant and practical for wearable jewelry, with facet geometry designed to emphasize return of white light while allowing controlled flashes of dispersion. The proportions, including a depth of 2.59 millimeters commensurate with the gem’s overall measurements, provide an even, pleasing profile from both face up and side views, making this stone well suited to solitaire settings where table presence is important, as well as halo or three stone designs where complementary elements benefit from a clean, near colorless center. The clarity grade, noted as very very slightly included at eye level, means the stone will present as visually clear in typical lighting conditions, an attribute that supports a sophisticated, understated appearance rather than stark brilliance. From a practical standpoint sapphire rates nine on the Mohs hardness scale, offering exceptional resistance to scratching and abrasion, and making this 0.71 carat white sapphire a reliable choice for pieces intended for regular wear, including engagement rings and signet styles that require both beauty and durability. The excellent polish further contributes to surface durability and ease of maintenance, while the natural, untreated character enhances long term stability and collector appeal.

Owning this Ceylon white sapphire is an investment in enduring beauty and practiced craftsmanship, where the value lies as much in provenance and natural integrity as in immediate aesthetic appeal. Ceylon has long been recognized for producing sapphires with fine crystal quality, and an untreated, eye clean stone from this region carries a provenance that is valued by connoisseurs and jewelers alike, particularly when combined with meticulous cutting that optimizes both weight retention and optical performance. The Natural Sapphire Company presents this gem with full awareness of the qualities that contribute to its lasting appeal, offering customers the opportunity to incorporate a natural, untreated gemstone into a bespoke design or to add it to a curated collection where its provenance and clarity enhance its desirability. Rather than promising speculative financial returns, this perspective emphasizes durable enjoyment, the capacity of the stone to retain aesthetic relevance across changing fashions, and the practical advantages of a robust, well-cut sapphire that can be reset, reconfigured, and passed down as an heirloom. For those seeking a transparent, near colorless sapphire that combines Ceylon origin, mixed brilliant cutting precision, eye clean clarity, and no enhancement, this 0.71 carat oval gem represents a considered purchase that reflects both the artistry of lapidary craft and the enduring qualities that define exceptional gemstones.