1.21 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent radiant shape yellow sapphire weighs 1.21 carats, a weight that places it above common fractions and into a category that meaningfully affects both rarity and value. The gem measures 6.50 x 5.12 x 3.54 mm, and the faceted radiant cut has been executed to balance face up spread with depth, producing strong light return and scintillation. Evaluated at eye level as eye clean, the stone presents no visible inclusions to the naked eye, which is an important quality factor when combined with its intense color intensity and excellent polish. Originating from Ceylon Sri Lanka and enhanced by traditional heat treatment to stabilize color and clarity, this sapphire offers the characteristic warm golden hue associated with high quality Sri Lankan material. The combination of transparency, precise cutting, and surface finish allows the intense yellow to appear even and saturated across the table and pavilion, reinforcing both aesthetic appeal and market desirability.

The 1.21 carat weight is particularly notable, as sapphires of intense yellow color and eye clean clarity above one carat are comparatively uncommon in the market. Weight influences value both because larger stones are rarer in the rough and because size thresholds often affect price per carat, with stones crossing the one carat mark typically commanding a premium. In practical terms the additional weight enhances presence on the hand, provides greater flexibility for setting styles, and permits a proportionally larger table without sacrificing brilliance. For collectors and jewelry designers seeking a centerpiece that combines color intensity, clarity, and a meaningful carat weight, this sapphire represents a strong option. The Natural Sapphire Company sources and evaluates each gem to verify origin treatment and grading attributes, and this piece exemplifies the balance of quality factors that contribute to long term value and rarity.