1.30 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 1.30 carat, transparent oval yellow sapphire from Ceylon Sri Lanka presents a technical profile that will satisfy exacting connoisseurs, The Natural Sapphire Company. Precise dimensions of 7.35 x 5.24 x 3.51 mm provide ideal table proportions for an oval that balances face up size with depth to optimize both color saturation and light return. The gem is faceted with a mixed brilliant cut, combining a brilliant facet pattern on the crown with a more controlled pavilion configuration to maximize scintillation while preserving even color distribution. The cutter has prioritized a medium crown height and a well centered table to limit windowing and to direct light back through the pavilion, producing lively brilliance without sacrificing the soft, golden tone native to true Ceylon material. Polish is excellent, resulting in crisp facet junctions and mirror like facet surfaces that enhance luster and optical contrast at typical viewing distances.

Clarity is graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which for a sapphire of this size means inclusions are minimal and do not interfere with the gematics of light performance, nor with setting options. The stone is unenhanced, retaining its natural state, and this absence of heat or diffusion treatment preserves the original crystal chemistry and color stability associated with Sri Lankan sapphires. From a craftsmanship perspective, the mixed brilliant approach used here reflects an intent to conserve carat weight while targeting optimal optical performance, a technique with deep roots in traditional Ceylon cutting workshops. Historically, yellow sapphires from Sri Lanka have been prized for royal and ceremonial jewelry, and they have been used as auspicious talismans in regional traditions. This piece continues that lineage, offering the technical attributes preferred by modern gem setters and collectors, including consistent medium color intensity, a balanced oval outline suited to classic prong or bezel mounts, and dimensions that adapt well to both solitaire and halo presentations. For buyers seeking a rigorously evaluated, naturally occurring Ceylon yellow sapphire with demonstrable cutting strategy and provenance, this gem from The Natural Sapphire Company represents a synthesis of heritage and technical refinement.