0.73 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent, certified yellow sapphire from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, weighs 0.73 carat, and presents an asscher cut in an octagon outline, measuring 5.04 millimeters by 4.94 millimeters by 2.98 millimeters. The asscher style step facets create a distinctive square illusion within the octagonal girdle, producing crisp light planes and a controlled, elegant brilliance. The color is classified as medium intense yellow, offering a clear and pleasing tone that reads consistently across different lighting, and the clarity grade is very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating minor internal characteristics that do not detract from overall visual appeal. The polish is graded excellent, ensuring clean facet junctions and refined surface finish, and there is no enhancement to the stone, confirming that the hue and clarity are natural. The combination of step cut geometry, excellent polish, and natural Ceylon origin makes this sapphire a durable and characterful choice for fine jewelry, with optical qualities that favor both subtlety and presence depending on the setting.

The geometry and proportions of this asscher octagon sapphire lend themselves to a wide range of design directions, from restrained solitaires to more elaborate statement pieces. In a solitaire ring, four or six prongs will secure the stone while allowing the faceting to interact with incoming light, and a low profile bezel will protect the girdle and pavilion for an active wearer, while preserving the stone silhouette. A halo arrangement with pavé diamonds or small colored sapphires will amplify perceived size and emphasize the warm yellow tone, and a three stone composition flanking tapered baguettes or trilliant accents will create a balanced, architectural aesthetic. For pendants, an open gallery or hidden bail will allow light to enter the pavilion, maximizing the step cut reflections, and a bezel pendant will provide a modern, secure setting. Matching stud earrings can be created as two coordinated asscher cuts, or this stone can serve as the focal point in mixed metal compositions, where yellow gold enhances the warmth, rose gold offers a romantic glow, and platinum or white gold produces a contemporary contrast. The measured dimensions make it straightforward to design mounts with precise seat and prong placements, and it will accept east west orientations, split shank details, and delicate milgrain or engraved treatments to suit vintage or modern sensibilities.

The Natural Sapphire Company offers full customization options to translate this stone into a finished piece that reflects client preferences and lifestyle considerations, our design process includes selection of setting type, metal, side stones, and finishing details, and we provide technical guidance on recommended bezel or prong dimensions based on the 5.04 by 4.94 by 2.98 millimeter proportions to ensure a secure and visually balanced mount. Clients may choose secure everyday settings such as closed bezels or low halo arrangements, or opt for open gallery designs that prioritize light performance and sparkle, and we can propose complementary side stones including melee diamonds small fancy sapphires and colored accent stones to enhance contrast or continuity. Our bench craftspeople can accommodate engraving, filigree or textural finishes, and we will provide renderings and measurements for approval prior to fabrication. As a corundum species sapphire has a hardness and toughness suitable for regular wear, and the absence of enhancement means color stability and straightforward care, recommended cleaning methods include warm soapy water and a soft brush for routine maintenance, professional inspection and cleaning is advised periodically. For consultation on settings and lead times please contact our design team at The Natural Sapphire Company, we will assist with technical specifications custom proposals and secure craftsmanship to realize the most fitting jewelry setting for this fine Ceylon yellow asscher sapphire.