1.11 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One beautiful transparent Other certified Yellow sapphire weighing 1.11 carats, presented in an elegant emerald cut, offers a combination of classical geometry and subtle color presence. The gem measures 7.03 x 4.21 x 3.56 mm, proportions that deliver a pleasing table and face up presence that is larger than its carat weight might initially suggest. This sapphire displays a faint color intensity in a pure yellow range, with a clarity grade of very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, and an excellent polish that enhances its reflective step facets. Importantly this stone is free of enhancement, retaining its natural state from the mine to the bench, and its origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a source long revered for producing some of the world most desirable sapphires. The Natural Sapphire Company stands behind the gem with full certification and provenance, ensuring that this yellow sapphire arrives with the context and verification an educated buyer requires.

From a gemological perspective this emerald cut yellow sapphire presents attributes that speak clearly to value and wearability. The emerald cut emphasizes clarity and line, using broad step facets and a large open table to create a sophisticated hall of mirrors effect. For a gem graded as very slightly included at 1.11 carats, the emerald cut maximizes face up brightness while making internal features easier to evaluate, a benefit for collectors and designers who prioritize transparency of information. The faint color intensity is subtle, allowing the stone to read as decidedly yellow without becoming overpowering, and this restraint often increases desirability among buyers seeking versatility and understated elegance. Excellent polish ensures that light moves smoothly across the facets, improving both brilliance and perceived quality. Because this sapphire has received no enhancement, its natural color and internal character command particular attention in the marketplace, as untreated Ceylon material is comparatively rare and valued for its authenticity.

The provenance of this yellow sapphire is a meaningful part of its value proposition. Ceylon Sri Lanka has a centuries long history of producing sapphires prized for their clarity and luminous tones, and the geological conditions there yield stones with distinct crystalline quality. This gem arrives with certification that documents its origin and treatment status, supporting long term value and collectibility. The Natural Sapphire Company sources responsibly and provides transparent documentation so that discerning clients can purchase with confidence, knowing exactly what they are acquiring. For an educated buyer understanding the interplay of origin, treatment, cut, clarity, and polish is essential, because each factor influences durability, resale potential, and suitability for custom work. An untreated Ceylon yellow sapphire like this one is especially attractive for collectors who prize natural state material, for jewellers seeking a stable and predictable stone for design, and for anyone who values ethical sourcing and traceable supply chains.

Beyond the technical details this yellow sapphire carries a romantic narrative tied to its pale luminous color and crystalline clarity. Imagine a small gem that captures the first shy light of a summer morning, a whisper of sunlight held in a carefully faceted form, a promise of new beginnings tied to the gentle warmth of a dawn sky. Its faint yellow tone evokes saffron and lemon blossom, an elegant suggestion of joy rather than an overt statement, making the stone perfect for a thoughtful engagement, a quiet anniversary, or a gift to commemorate a turning point. The very slightly included clarity, visible only upon careful inspection, becomes part of the jewel story, like a shared secret between two people a visible reminder that perfection can be subtle and that beauty is an accumulation of small truths. Practical considerations reinforce the romance, sapphires ranking nine on the Mohs scale provide remarkable durability for everyday wear, and the emerald cut frames the gem in a way that complements both modern and vintage settings. If you would like to explore bespoke mounting options, or to see this stone personally, The Natural Sapphire Company welcomes inquiries and offers expert guidance to help translate this gemstone into a lasting expression of intention and love.