1.16 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 1.16 carat oval yellow sapphire from Ceylon, presented by The Natural Sapphire Company, offers a rare combination of natural provenance, eye clean clarity, and refined proportions that make it a superior engagement choice compared with standard options on the market. Measuring 7.29 x 5.93 x 3.01 mm with a mixed brilliant cut, the stone balances lively scintillation with a soft, feminine silhouette that flatters the finger more than many round or squat cuts. Its clarity grade of very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, means you get the appearance of a pristine gem without paying a premium for laboratory perfections that do not translate to everyday beauty. The very light color intensity and excellent polish produce a luminous, sunny presence that reads as elegant and understated, unlike the sometimes gaudier tones of treated stones or heavily saturated color alternatives. Crucially, this sapphire has no enhancement, so its color and clarity are entirely natural, a point of distinction against the majority of market stones that have undergone heat treatment or other enhancements to achieve color intensity. Ceylon origin lends added desirability, because Sri Lankan sapphires are prized for their clear, velvety hues and trustworthy supply chains, making this gem both a beautiful and responsible purchase.

When you compare this yellow sapphire to traditional diamond engagement options, or to mass market treated colored gemstones, the advantages are clear. Sapphires score nine on the Mohs scale, offering exceptional durability for daily wear while delivering color and character that diamonds cannot. Compared with yellow diamonds, this sapphire delivers a lively buttercup shimmer at a fraction of the cost per carat, allowing you to choose a larger or higher quality setting without compromising longevity. Against typical heated sapphires, this unenhanced Ceylon gem offers a more authentic story and a cleaner value proposition, because you are paying for a natural color rather than a laboratory assisted result. For an engagement ring, the oval shape visually elongates the hand and the mixed brilliant cut maximizes sparkle while maintaining depth of color, creating an eye catching balance between fire and tone. Trust The Natural Sapphire Company to pair this 1.16 carat Ceylon yellow sapphire with a setting that highlights its clarity, polish, and natural charm, creating an engagement ring that stands apart for its integrity, beauty, and enduring wearability.