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

This 1.18 carat orangish yellow round sapphire from Ceylon, offered by The Natural Sapphire Company, represents an exceptional balance of presence, color and value when compared to the options you will find across the market. Many sapphires sold in this color range are either much smaller in weight, heavily included, or produced by synthetic methods that remove the allure of natural origin, and others are heat only treated in ways that do not achieve the same vivid, stable tone that a controlled diffusion treatment can provide. At 1.18 carats this sapphire sits in a premium weight class for a warm yellow to orangish yellow stone, large enough to command attention as the center of a ring while remaining affordable compared to the steep premiums charged for stones above one and a half carats, and because carat weight is a major driver of rarity and price in natural sapphires, this specific weight delivers luxury and practicality in one gem. When you compare similar stones on a price per carat basis, this gem offers superior value because it combines a desirable, medium intense color, a near eye clean clarity, and an expertly executed cut and polish, attributes that many mass market offerings compromise on to reach lower price points.

Technically the sapphire measures 6.38 x 6.35 x 3.94 mm in a round shape with a mixed brilliant cut, and those proportions are part of what makes this 1.18 carat stone perform so well in everyday light. The mixed brilliant cut blends the sparkle of a full brilliant crown with a pavilion that preserves depth and saturation, which means the stone flashes lively facets without looking washed out or overly dark, a balance many cheaper rounds fail to achieve. The clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which in practical terms means the inclusions are minimal and do not interfere with the gem's sparkle or durability, a step above the more common noticeable included material that reduces brilliance and resale value. The polish on this stone is excellent, which amplifies light return and gives facets crisp reflections, an important advantage over poorly polished stones where light leaks and dull facet junctions make even a strong color look lifeless. Transparency is excellent, and because the stone is beryllium diffused, the orangish yellow color is stable and uniformly distributed, a treatment that modern labs recognize as a way to achieve rich tones in natural sapphire material, and at The Natural Sapphire Company we make a point of full disclosure about treatments so you can compare honestly with untreated, heat treated, and lab grown alternatives.

When you weigh this 1.18 carat sapphire against untreated Ceylon stones of similar hue, the benefits become clear in everyday viewing and long term value. Purely untreated yellows from the same mines are rarer and can command higher prices, but many untreated gems display uneven zoning or paler tone, requiring larger sizes to achieve the same visual impact that this stone provides at a well considered carat weight. Synthetic sapphires can present strong, uniform color at low cost but lack natural origin, and their market value and emotional appeal are very different from a natural Ceylon stone. Compared to typical market stones that have been merely heat treated, the controlled beryllium diffusion used on this gem produces a richer warm tone with minimal impact on clarity, and the result is a stone that reads as more vibrant in mixed lighting, especially indoors and under daylight, a performance characteristic that many heat only stones cannot match without sacrificing clarity or cut. The mixed brilliant cut and exact dimensions ensure that this 1.18 carat sapphire has a confident face up size, appearing larger than many stones of the same weight that are cut shallow or poorly proportioned, and the near round symmetry with excellent polish means you will get crisp scintillation and a refined profile in a solitaire or halo setting.

Choosing this sapphire through The Natural Sapphire Company gives you both transparency about enhancement and a gemstone that stands out when compared to typical market choices, and because the piece is natural, Ceylon in origin, and carefully finished, it brings a story and a provenance that lab grown alternatives cannot match. For settings this 1.18 carat round is ideal as a center stone in a classic solitaire or a contemporary bezel for daily wear, and it also makes a striking pair for matched earring or pendant designs when you prefer a single stone focal point rather than a cluster, the weight provides presence without overwhelming a delicate mounting. Maintenance is straightforward, and because the beryllium diffusion is a permanent enhancement, everyday cleaning and occasional professional inspections will preserve beauty and performance without special handling requirements beyond what you would expect for any fine sapphire. In short, this 1.18 carat mixed brilliant cut orangish yellow sapphire from Ceylon is a premium choice for buyers who want a natural origin gem with vibrant color, excellent polish, and near eye clean clarity, and The Natural Sapphire Company is dedicated to delivering that level of quality with full disclosure and expert guidance so you can make an informed, confident purchase.