0.92 Ct. White Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

The exquisite transparent 0.92-carat oval-shaped white sapphire you are considering exemplifies the pinnacle of gemstone craftsmanship. This remarkable gemstone, sourced from the illustrious mines of Ceylon, known today as Sri Lanka, carries a legacy of renowned gemstones cherished throughout history for their unparalleled beauty and rarity. Measuring 6.63 x 5.68 x 3.05 mm, this sapphire is a testament to the skillful artistry and geology that birthed such a praiseworthy specimen over eons. Destined to be a generational heirloom, this white sapphire embodies the naming tradition as a timeless keepsake, preserving stories and cherished memories across generations.

Crafted with a mixed brilliant cut, this white sapphire maximizes light performance, captivating observers with a dazzling array of reflections that enhance its pristine colorless beauty. Unlike traditional brilliant cuts, the mixed brilliant cut balances different facet arrangements, combining aspects of the brilliant cut with a modified step cut in the pavilion. This sophisticated faceting style harnesses the optical properties inherent in the sapphire's crystal structure, creating an array of sparkling reflections and offering flexibility in revealing the stone's natural inklings of quiet elegance. This masterful cut ensures that the gemstone's inherent qualities are not only beautifully aethetic, but also supremely functional in its capability to impart brilliance and fire when different lighting conditions influence its radiance.

Evaluated at eye level, this white sapphire boasts a clarity grade of 'very slightly included,' indicating the presence of minute inclusions that are broadly not visible to the untrained eye and do nothing to detract from the stone's overall radiance or durability. Such clarity is indicative not only of the rough crystal's natural purity at its discovery, but also of the exemplary skill involved in its cutting and polishing, characteristic of The Natural Sapphire Company's rigorous quality standards. Our meticulous selection and preparation ensure that each gemstone meets precise specifications and conveys prestige befitting its status as a future family heirloom of significant intrinsic and sentimental value.

An extensive examination of this gemstone's color grade reveals a colorless color intensity, placing it in the uppermost echelon of sapphire quality. Often misconceived as limited to blue hues, sapphires naturally crystallize in a range of shades, testament to the Bremellite mineral backdrop that imparts a rarity to these white gems distinct from their counterparts. The purity and virtually perfect optical transparency of this sapphire highlight an incredible play of light that enhances its allure and makes it suitable for pairing with an array of settings, where monochromatic or contrasting metal works accentuate its inherent beauty.

The supreme polish of this sapphire further attests to precision and attention to detail. The excellent polish finish represents the culmination of meticulous hours spent in perfecting each facet’s surface, facilitating a mirror-like gleam and flawless tactile experience. Consultants and artisans at The Natural Sapphire Company promise that this polished finish will endure throughout lifetimes, preserving current and future legacies while remaining effortlessly refined. Investing in this Ceylon-origin white sapphire is embracing historic and modern artistry melded into one highly coveted jewel, ensuring that this captivating piece becomes an inseparable part of your family's narrative, wonderfully transcending time itself through the generations.