1.16 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One transparent 1.16 carat cushion shape yellow sapphire, dimensions 6.52 x 5.46 x 3.50 mm, presents a clear and measured statement of gemological quality. The stone is cut as a mixed brilliant, a design that combines faceting styles to balance scintillation and overall brilliance, and it carries an excellent polish that maximizes surface luster and faceted return. Clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a condition that indicates minor internal characteristics that do not materially impede transparency or light performance. Color intensity is described as intense, yielding a saturated yellow that remains vivid across light conditions, and the sapphire has undergone standard heat treatment to enhance hue and clarity, a stable and widely accepted enhancement in the trade. Sourced from Ceylon Sri Lanka, this sapphire reflects the well established reputation of Sri Lankan material for bright, lively colors and dependable crystal quality, and its documented origin is part of the provenance information we provide at The Natural Sapphire Company.

The gem’s rich, bold color functions as more than an optical attribute, it reads as a symbol of personal power and distinction. This intense yellow conveys warmth and presence, translating easily into a visual statement of confidence and deliberate taste, and the cushion outline contributes a classical silhouette that softens the geometry while remaining unmistakably elegant. The mixed brilliant faceting pattern was selected to animate that yellow with both broad flashes and tight scintillation so that the stone communicates strength in wide angles and draws the eye with lively dance at closer inspection. At 1.16 carats and with the listed proportions, the sapphire offers an appreciable table and depth relationship that suits a variety of settings, from a refined solitaire in a modern ring to a halo mounting that emphasizes color while adding perceived size. The very slightly included clarity at eye level means that the stone preserves a clean face up appearance while retaining natural character, and the excellent polish ensures smooth facet junctions and crisp reflection planes, aspects that collectively support the gem’s authoritative visual impact.

Practical considerations are equally straightforward, and they align with the gemstone’s role as an emblem of distinction. Heat treatment is noted frankly, as this conventional enhancement stabilizes and intensifies color, and the Ceylon origin gives context to the particular tone and saturation present in this stone. For settings and wear, the cushion shape and measured dimensions allow for precise design work, and the mixed brilliant cut responds well to both open and closed back mountings, permitting jewelers to tailor light return to the desired effect. Care for this sapphire is consistent with standard practices for corundum family gems, avoid harsh chemicals and extreme heat, clean with mild detergent and a soft brush, and consider periodic professional inspection of the setting to protect the stone in everyday wear. At The Natural Sapphire Company we provide full disclosure of treatments and origin, and we assist with setting recommendations and technical specifications to ensure the sapphire you choose performs as an enduring sign of personal power and refined distinction.