1.16 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

When you are searching for a singular piece to complete a high end gemstone collection, whether you are curating stones for investment, creating an unforgettable engagement ring, or simply seeking the rare and the beautiful, you want exceptional provenance, natural beauty, and a gem whose presence resolves the search. This 1.16 carat pear shape yellow sapphire answers that need. Measuring 7.80 by 5.51 by 3.75 millimeters, cut in a refined mixed brilliant style, and originating from Ceylon Sri Lanka, this sapphire brings together rarity and wearable elegance. It is transparent, displays a light color intensity that reads as fresh and sunny, and importantly it is entirely natural with no enhancement, making it a particularly desirable addition for collectors who prioritize unheated, untreated stones. The Natural Sapphire Company presents this gem as a ready solution for those whose collecting brief demands authenticity, aesthetic refinement, and a stone that will sit beautifully in a variety of bespoke settings.

For a collector or a client commissioning a signature piece, the optical performance of this pear sapphire will be immediately compelling. The mixed brilliant cut has been chosen to maximize scintillation and depth while preserving weight, creating lively flashes of light across the pavilion and crown that accentuate the stone’s lemon-gold hue without overpowering it. The very slightly included clarity grade, evaluated at eye level, means that the sapphire reads clean to the naked eye, offering a crisp, open window into the crystal that collectors prize for both display and wear. With an excellent polish the facets are finished with precision, giving each facet junction a sharpness that enhances return of light and results in a lively, yet soft and sophisticated, visual effect. In hand the proportions translate to an elegant presence that looks larger than the carat weight suggests, ideal for solitaire settings or as a refined center within a halo that will emphasize its pear outline and luminous color.

Beyond the immediate visual appeal, this Ceylon yellow sapphire holds attributes that align with discerning collecting strategies. Sri Lankan sapphires have a storied reputation for producing bright clean colors and excellent clarity, and an unenhanced example of this size in a classic pear cut is uncommon on the market. For collectors who value stones that speak to origin and natural formation, the lack of heat or clarity treatments preserves both rarity and long term desirability. The light color intensity provides versatility, allowing the gem to harmonize with platinum or white gold for a contemporary, icy contrast, or with yellow or rose gold to amplify its warm sunlit tone. As a high end collection piece it bridges the gap between wearable jewelry and investment grade gemstone, offering attractive liquidity for those who may one day recompose their collection. The Natural Sapphire Company curates and presents gems with a commitment to provenance and quality, ensuring that this sapphire is not merely a pretty stone, but a considered acquisition that complements a thoughtful collection.

If your goal is to end the search with a stone that fulfills both aesthetic and curatorial standards, this 1.16 carat pear shape Ceylon yellow sapphire is an elegant solution. Our team at The Natural Sapphire Company can help you imagine the gem in multiple settings, provide additional detailed imagery and viewing options, and advise on mounting choices that will preserve the stone’s character while showcasing its strengths. Whether you are pairing it with a bespoke engagement design, adding a standout center to a vintage inspired ring, or securing a natural, untreated example for long term holding, this sapphire is designed to satisfy those needs. Reach out and we will personally guide you through the final selection, confirm all technical details, and ensure the stone arrives ready to take its place at the heart of your high end collection.