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

A single heart of sunlight rests here, a transparent cushion of orangish yellow that seems to hold the first golden hour of a summer morning, a small cathedral of light and warmth that invites the eye to linger. This is a 0.66 carat sapphire, shaped into a gentle cushion, its proportions measured with care, 5.06 by 5.02 by 2.69 mm, a stone that sits with the poise of a treasured secret. The mixed brilliant cut scatters light with a lively rhythm, a conversation between facets that catch and return glimmers of honey and citrus, while an excellent polish lets every plane sing. Clarity is included, evaluated at eye level, which gives this gem a natural personality, a fingerprint of origin that sings of earth formed under time and pressure. The color reads vivid, a saturated orange leaning toward a sunlit yellow, a hue that feels both rare and familiar, and the stone is free of enhancement, an honest gem born as it is from the soils of Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a place synonymous with sapphires of poetic depth and provenance. When you hold it to the light you feel the steady hand of nature and the careful eye of the lapidary, a duet that has produced something worthy of slow, reverent attention.

Imagine this cushion sapphire set into an intimate piece, a ring that frames a promise, a pendant that hangs against the hollow of the throat like a secret kept between heartbeats, or a pair of studs that whisper confidence with every tilt of the head. The orangish yellow hue flatters many skins, it warms the complexion and catches jewelry metals with flattering contrast, gold bringing out the richest honey, platinum lending a modern brightness that allows the color to glow like captured dawn. There is romance in the way a small stone can change the tone of an outfit, the mood of an evening, the cadence of a conversation, and this gem excels as a focal point for bespoke creations. It asks for thoughtful design, for a setting that honors its light rather than overwhelms it, and it invites imagination from the jeweler and wearer alike. Picture a halo of tiny white sapphires or diamonds that amplify the internal fire, or a minimalist bezel that celebrates the cushion shape and makes the color the undisputed star. This sapphire is not loud, it is eloquent, and it offers a restrained kind of luxury that suits a collector who appreciates rarity wrapped in gentleness.

For the discerning collector, provenance matters as much as beauty, and this sapphire arrives with a lineage that will sit well in a high end collection, an item that complements investment pieces and sentimental treasures alike. Untreated sapphires from Ceylon are sought for their clarity of color and their honest character, and this stone, untouched by enhancement, carries that authenticity. The mixed brilliant cut gives it a modern life at the same time as its cushion outline nods to classic elegance, making it versatile across eras and styles. Collectors will note the balance of weight and dimensions, a compact 0.66 carat that fits elegantly into fine settings without requiring grand proportions, a gem that can be worn daily or reserved for moments of ceremony. The included clarity, while present to the careful eye, adds to the story of the stone, proof of its natural origin and a reminder that perfection is a human idea, while true beauty is shaped by time and place. The excellent polish and the precise cutting geometry suggest a respect for the material that collectors will value, the hand of an experienced cutter who coaxed symmetry and fire from a rough that was once buried and silent.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we understand that a gem like this asks for more than admiration, it asks for guardianship and celebration, and we take pleasure in guiding clients toward settings and pieces that honor the stone. Envision this cushion orangish yellow sapphire as the starting point for a family heirloom, a ring that will be passed along with stories, or as the keystone of a curated collection that expresses taste and emotion. Caring for it is simple, a gentle cleaning in warm water and mild soap will restore its glow, and a trusted jeweler can provide secure settings that protect it while allowing the color to breathe. If you are seeking a piece that marries warmth with refinement, vivacity with restraint, and provenance with poetic presence, this 0.66 carat Ceylon sapphire is an exquisite choice, a small sun to wear and to cherish. Allow it to become the quiet hero of your collection, the gem that draws a closer look and sparks a conversation, an intimate treasure sourced with care by The Natural Sapphire Company, ready to find its place in a life shaped by beauty and enduring feeling.