0.76 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One beautiful transparent 0.76 carat round shape yellow sapphire stands as a luminous echo of centuries of gem lore, a jewel that bridges bygone eras and contemporary elegance. Sourced from Ceylon Sri Lanka, this sapphire measures 5.52 x 5.53 x 2.98 mm, and has been given a mixed brilliant cut that balances fire and depth with classical symmetry. Its clarity grade is very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, a level of purity that allows the gem to read as transparent and clean to the observer, while its intense color intensity and excellent polish create a mirror bright surface that catches light with serene authority. This gemstone has undergone beryllium diffused enhancement, a modern treatment that deepens and stabilizes its vivid yellow hue, and in this treated state the stone wears its color like a piece of enduring history. The Natural Sapphire Company presents this gem as both a singular treasure and a link in an unbroken chain of tradition and taste.

Ceylon sapphires have been favored by kings and collectors for centuries, their names woven into maritime trade routes and courtly inventories, and this yellow sapphire carries that same ancient dignity. In tropical mines whose rivers carried rough crystals to patient hands, early lapidaries learned to coax brilliance from stone, and later cutters refined proportions that honor both optical physics and classical aesthetics. The round mixed brilliant cut of this gem is a testament to that ongoing craft, marrying the scintillation prized by modern connoisseurs with the balanced proportions that have long been associated with timeless jewelry. Wearing such a stone invites a sense of continuity, a reminder that color and clarity practiced their own kind of storytelling long before modern designers drew their first sketches.

What sets this particular sapphire apart is its rare union of size and color, a combination that is uncommon among comparable stones on the market. At 0.76 carat the gem sits at a delicate scale that makes it eminently wearable, yet its intense yellow saturation is often found only in larger or more heavily included specimens. Many yellow sapphires available to collectors present as either paler tones at this weight, or they achieve stronger saturation only when larger dimensions are present. In contrast this gem offers a rich, sunflower warmth within a modest carat weight, making it a sought after option for those who value concentrated color without bulk. The clarity grade very very slightly included evaluated at eye level enhances this rarity, because vivid color is frequently accompanied by visible inclusions that soften the visual impact. The mixed brilliant cut and excellent polish further elevate the gem by optimizing light return, so the stone displays a lively internal glow rather than a flat plane of tone. Even with beryllium diffusion, which is used to intensify hue, the harmonious balance of size clarity and saturation in this stone remains uncommon, and for collectors who understand nuance, that combination reads as an authentic rarity.

For the client seeking a piece that feels at once historic and personal, this sapphire is a perfect candidate for a classic bezel or prong setting that honors its round shape and lets its yellow fire speak uninterrupted. A simple solitaire ring will pull the eye to the stone and emphasize its concentrated color, while a halo of delicate white diamonds will offer a luminous contrast that highlights the gem as if it were a solar core. For a pendant designed to be passed down through generations, the gem will rest close to the heart and recall old world tastes while fitting comfortably into modern life. The Natural Sapphire Company stands ready to advise on mounting and setting choices that preserve the proportion and polish of the stone, and to provide the provenance details and careful documentation collectors appreciate. Caring for this sapphire requires only the basic attentions suited to corundum family stones, regular gentle cleaning with mild soap and a soft brush, and protection from harsh chemical exposures, which together will keep its intense yellow presence as vibrant as the day it was cut. In offering this Ceylon yellow sapphire we invite you to partake in a continuing lineage of craftsmanship, a jewel that is rare in its own right, and a legacy that will remain luminous for generations to come.