1.17 Ct. Orangish Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the moment this sapphire was born beneath the ancient soils of Ceylon Sri Lanka, its story began in a landscape that has shaped the destinies of gemstones for centuries, miners worked by hand and by trusted small scale operations to recover pockets of corundum from weathered alluvial gravels, the rough stone arrived at our partner workshop where experienced gem cutters and graders at The Natural Sapphire Company examined its crystal form and potential, what emerged from that rough is one beautiful transparent 1.17 carat oval shape orangish yellow sapphire with dimensions of 6.83 x 5.83 x 4.00 mm, the gem displays a medium light color intensity that captures the soft warmth of a tropical dawn, the clarity reads as eye clean when viewed at normal eye level, and the surface has been given an excellent polish that allows each facet to reflect light with refined brilliance.

The shaping of this sapphire tells a chapter of careful human workmanship, during cutting the decision to use a mixed brilliant cut was made to balance scintillation with depth of color, the mixed brilliant pattern brings internal fire to the oval form, each facet was aligned to enhance pavilion reflections while preserving weight and maintaining the attractive oval outline, the result is a stone that sits comfortably on a finger and flashes lively golden highlights when it moves, we disclose that this sapphire has received a beryllium diffusion enhancement, a modern treatment that diffuses trace elements into the stone at high temperatures to stabilize and intensify warm yellow to orangish tones, this treatment is permanent and commonly accepted in the trade when fully disclosed, the effect with this particular material is a uniform and pleasing orangish yellow hue that harmonizes with the gem s natural tone, the treatment was applied carefully so the sapphire could benefit from enhanced color while retaining the natural crystal structure and the virtues of its Ceylon origin, at every stage our gemological team at The Natural Sapphire Company assessed the stone for optical performance and integrity, confirming its eye clean clarity and excellent polish before approving it for our collection.

The provenance of this sapphire is a defining element of its value, Ceylon Sri Lanka is celebrated in the world of gems for producing sapphires with luminous, velvety colors and a historical pedigree that links modern collectors to centuries of trade and royal patronage, stones from Sri Lanka have been revered by merchants and connoisseurs because the island s geology tends to produce an appealing interplay of lightness and color saturation that reads as elegant and wearable, the Ceylon origin adds a story to the gem that cannot be replicated by laboratory origin statements alone, it speaks of tropical rivers, artisanal miners who have passed techniques down through generations, and the island s cultural connection to gem lore, choosing a Ceylon sapphire is a choice for provenance and personality, with this particular 1.17 carat oval the medium light orangish yellow color invites many design directions, solitary settings in warm metals will emphasize the glow, halo or three stone settings can add contrast and presence, the mixed brilliant cut ensures the gem performs with lively sparkle under everyday light, the eye clean clarity means the face up view is open and engaging, and the excellent polish guarantees comfortable wear and striking reflections.

When you acquire this sapphire through The Natural Sapphire Company you receive more than an object of beauty, you take home a narrative that begins in the rivers of Ceylon and ends with a finely polished gem ready to be set into a treasured piece, we take pride in transparent disclosure of enhancements including beryllium diffusion, and in providing full details that allow you to understand provenance, measurements, and cut characteristics, for collectors this stone is an elegant example of a warm colored sapphire with a history and a human touch, for someone seeking a daily wear gemstone it offers durability, clarity, and an inviting color that complements many skin tones and design styles, if you would like guidance on settings, pairings, or certification options our gem specialists at The Natural Sapphire Company are available to discuss bespoke mounting ideas or to arrange to view the stone in person, this sapphire s journey from Ceylon s soils to a masterful oval with mixed brilliant facets is a tale of geology, craftsmanship, and thoughtful enhancement, it is ready to become part of your own story.