0.91 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 0.91 carat oval yellow sapphire is a quietly confident choice for anyone seeking a gem that balances subtlety and presence. Measuring 6.34 by 5.35 by 2.96 millimeters, its oval proportions sit in a flattering length to width relationship that elongates the finger when set in a ring, yet remains delicate enough for a refined halo or a classic solitaire. The body color presents as a faint yellow, offering a soft, elegant warmth rather than an intense saturation, and the stone is transparent with a clarity grade of very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level. What makes this sapphire exceptional for collectors or a discerning buyer is that it is entirely natural with no enhancement, and it is of Ceylon origin, a provenance long admired for producing sapphires with lively lightness and character. When you hold this gem, you feel the quiet assurance that your search for a refined, natural yellow sapphire has ended, a promise we stand by at The Natural Sapphire Company.

The mixed brilliant cut of this oval sapphire is the key to how it plays with light, and here the cutter has made choices that enhance the gem rather than overpower it. A mixed brilliant cut typically combines a brilliant facet pattern on the crown with a carefully designed lower pavilion, allowing the crown to return brilliant white light and the pavilion to preserve color and create contrast. In this example the crown facets are arranged to maximize reflections off the table, while the pavilion angles and facet sizes are tailored to the stone s depth, ensuring light entering the gem is captured and redirected back to the eye. The effect is a lively, yet controlled, interplay of brilliance and scintillation, which means you will see both steady brightness and lively flashes when the stone moves. Because the color is faint, the cut works to intensify perceived color by concentrating light in the right places, avoiding the flatness known as windowing, and delivering an even face up appearance that reads as clean and luminous.

Precision in the cut extends beyond facet pattern to include polish and symmetry, and this sapphire benefits from an excellent polish that lets each facet act like a mirror. Polishing removes microscopic surface abrasions that can scatter light and dull the gem, so when polish is excellent the pathways for light are clear and uninterrupted. Symmetry is equally important, because offset facets create light leakage and reduce return, and the cutter has maintained consistent facet sizes and junctions so contrast and flash are balanced across the oval outline. The shallow to medium depth provided by the 2.96 millimeter profile is proportioned to the gem s other dimensions so that internal reflections are optimized. In practice this means the sapphire will present a bright central table glow with lively edged sparkle, a combination that is especially attractive in rings, pendants, or bespoke settings where movement catches and rewards the eye. The natural clarity grade of very very slightly included further ensures that viewers see brilliance rather than distractions, since the inclusions are minimal and do not interfere with the gem s optical performance at normal viewing distances.

Choosing this Ceylon yellow sapphire is choosing a stone that answers both emotional and practical criteria, and The Natural Sapphire Company is here to guide that choice. Its modest 0.91 carat weight and classic oval silhouette make it versatile for personalized jewellery design, while its durable corundum composition offers confidence for daily wear. The faint yellow tone makes it an elegant alternative to white gemstones for an engagement ring that feels unique yet timeless, and its unenhanced origin will appeal to collectors and purists who value natural formation and traceable provenance. If your quest is for a gem that reflects light with natural poise, that looks luminous in hand, and that will translate beautifully into a cherished piece, this Ceylon mixed brilliant oval sapphire brings that promise to life, a quiet resolution to your search that will continue to delight for years to come.