0.58 Ct. Orangish Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exquisite gemstone, sourced from the renowned mineral-rich lands of Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka, is a testament to the finest in sapphire craftsmanship. The orangish-yellow sapphire, weighing in at 0.58 carats, captivates not only with its vibrant hue but also with its expertly crafted oval shape and transparent clarity. Its dimensions are precise, measuring 6.12 x 4.16 x 2.85 mm, crafting a perfectly balanced stone that sits elegantly in any jewelry setting. The oval shape, celebrated for its classical elegance and ability to enhance the natural color of gemstones, serves as the ideal form to showcase this sapphire’s unique blend of hues.

Renowned for the alluring spectrum of sapphire colors, Ceylon produces gemstones that stand out with their vibrant and unique tonal qualities. The orangish-yellow hue of this particular sapphire is both captivating and rare, harkening back to the legendary sapphires of Ratnapura, a famed locality within Sri Lanka. When comparing it to the sapphires from other illustrious regions, such as the striking yellow sapphires of Madagascar or the famed blues of Kashmir, this gemstone’s color intensity presents a medium yet intense vibrancy that is full of life without overpowering one’s senses. Its color saturation is evenly distributed, offering a consistent tonality that compares favorably against the sometimes uneven color spread in sapphires from lesser-known localities.

The craftsmanship behind this oval sapphire is evident in its mixed brilliant cut, a sophisticated technique that enhances the light performance of the stone, maximizing its inherent brilliance and fire. The mixed brilliant cut combines the precision of step cuts with the lively facets of brilliant cuts, a beautiful marriage that results in a balanced dance of light and color. Each facet has been meticulously angled to enhance the natural resources of the stone, a testament to the high standards that The Natural Sapphire Company upholds in our gemstone selection process. The excellent polish of the sapphire ensures each facet is smooth and perfectly finished, allowing every bit of light to be captured and reflected brilliantly.

This sapphire possesses a clarity grade of eye clean when evaluated at eye level, which is the highest praise a gemstone can receive in terms of clarity without the use of magnification. This suggests that the gemstone is free of inclusions visible to the naked eye, a characteristic that not only increases its aesthetic charm but also its overall value and rarity. Eye clean sapphires are particularly prized among connoisseurs who seek gems that offer both beauty and an uninterrupted visual experience. Taken together with its vibrant color and masterful cut, the clarity further solidifies the sapphire’s prominence as a piece worthy of admiration and desire.

In purchasing this extraordinary orangish-yellow sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company, one acquires not merely a gemstone but a slice of the earth’s history transmuted into beauty rare and profound. With the allure of its Ceylon origin, coupled with its artisanal and technical brilliance, this sapphire is destined to be the centerpiece of any collection or the cornerstone of the most cherished jewelry. Whether set as a singular stone or as part of an elaborate ensemble, this gemstone embodies both heritage and expertise, inviting the knowledgeable buyer to appreciate all its nuanced facets and vivid stories.