1.01 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 1.01 carat cushion shape yellow sapphire is a refined example of corundum craftsmanship, finished to exacting standards for collectors and connoisseurs. The stone measures 7.82 by 4.52 by 3.12 millimeters, offering a pleasing elongated cushion profile that maximizes face up presence while retaining classical proportions. The mixed brilliant cut combines a step influenced crown architecture with a brilliant style pavilion, resulting in an engaging balance of broad flashes and scintillation. Light color intensity in a yellow sapphire is often more desirable than heavy saturation, because it allows lively transparency and brilliance, and this gem displays a clear, bright yellow that reads as fresh and natural in daylight. Clarity has been assessed as very very slightly included at eye level, which in practical terms means the gem appears eye clean to most observers, with only minute inclusions detectable upon close inspection. The polish is excellent, with crisp facet junctions and a smooth surface that optimizes light return and luster. Importantly, there has been no enhancement, which means the color and clarity are entirely natural, a feature that materially increases rarity and desirability.

Understanding the grading terms used to describe this sapphire helps explain why it appeals to an educated buyer, especially one focused on intrinsic quality factors. Very very slightly included is comparable to the higher end of clarity grades, indicating inclusions are extremely small and not distracting to the naked eye, and the assessment at eye level emphasizes practical appearance rather than microscopic perfection. The mixed brilliant cut is chosen deliberately to capitalize on the stone geometry, producing strong internal reflections and lively dispersion, which together make the light yellow hue appear more vivid and saturated in wear. An excellent polish ensures that those optical benefits are not compromised by surface polish lines or abrasions, and it also facilitates a superior tactile experience in a fine setting. The absence of any enhancement such as heat treatment, diffusion, or fracture filling is of particular significance, because untreated stones from reputable localities are scarce relative to treated material, and they command a premium for authenticity and long term value.

The origin of this sapphire is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a name synonymous with historically important and highly sought after sapphires, and that provenance carries demonstrable value. Sri Lankan sapphires are renowned for producing stones with bright, clear tones and an uplifting vitality, rather than the darker, denser tones that can come from other deposits. Centuries of gem trade and geological study have shown that the alluvial gravels and primary metamorphic host rocks of Sri Lanka yield corundum with fine crystallographic integrity, which contributes to superior transparency and clean crystal habit. For the discerning buyer, origin is more than romantic provenance, it is a predictor of typical optical behavior and longevity, and Ceylon origin often correlates with gemstones that balance color, clarity, and brilliance in a way that suits both wearable jewelry and responsible collecting. At The Natural Sapphire Company we place particular emphasis on provenance documentation and transparency, because educated buyers value traceable origin as an element of both aesthetic appreciation and investment grade quality. This untreated, transparent 1.01 carat cushion yellow sapphire is therefore an attractive choice for those seeking a naturally beautiful, well cut, and historically significant gem that will behave predictably in a fine setting, age gracefully, and retain a strong appeal to future buyers. For mounting, warm metals such as yellow or rose gold will harmonize with the yellow hue, while a well designed white metal setting can provide striking contrast, and for routine care gentle cleaning with mild soap and warm water is advisable, with a recommendation to consult a trusted gemologist before using ultrasonic cleaning or steam cleaning to preserve the stone integrity and any accompanying documentation.