1.20 Ct. Yellowish Orange Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One transparent 1.20 carat emerald cut yellowish orange sapphire from Ceylon Sri Lanka, dimensions 7.03 by 4.59 by 3.68 mm, presents a balanced combination of proportion and brilliance. The emerald cut emphasizes step faceting and broad planes, allowing the stone to convey color with clarity while showcasing an excellent polish that produces crisp facet junctions and mirror like reflections. Clarity grade very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, indicates that the stone reads remarkably clean to unaided vision while retaining natural internal character beneath the surface, and vivid color intensity delivers a saturated yellowish orange tone that is immediately distinctive. The sapphire has been heat treated, a stabilized and industry accepted enhancement that optimizes color and minimizes the need for further interventions. The Natural Sapphire Company provides this specification set to ensure transparent presentation of origin, treatment, and measurable attributes.

Compared to famous gemstones in history, this sapphire recalls aspects of several notable traditions while maintaining its own identity. Its warm orange presence evokes the historic allure of Sri Lankan padparadscha sapphires, celebrated for their rare pinkish orange to orange lotus hues, while its eye level clarity and step cut presentation mirror the approach taken with high clarity emeralds and important table cut stones that prioritize transparency and geometric elegance. Unlike many celebrated emeralds that derive charm from included structure and oiling, this sapphire benefits from corundum hardness and stability second only to diamond, supporting daily wear and long term preservation. Historic large Sri Lankan gems such as the Star of India are remembered for their provenance and remarkable resilience, and this gem shares that geographical lineage with a more intimate scale and a vivid color profile. The unique value of this stone lies in the intersection of its vivid yellowish orange hue, compact but substantial carat weight, eye level cleanliness, and the controlled enhancement of heat treatment, creating a gem that is both visually expressive and technically robust. The Natural Sapphire Company commits to accurate description and documented origin, allowing connoisseurs to appreciate the stone in the context of gemological history and practical use.