1.33 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This one point three three carat pear shape yellow sapphire presents a harmonious balance of proportions and brilliance, finished to a professional standard appropriate for fine jewelry. The gem measures eight point eight seven by five point eight four by three point six three millimeters, and it is faceted in a mixed brilliant cut that combines a faceted crown and pavilion to maximize scintillation and face up brilliance. Clarity is graded as very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, which translates to an essentially eye clean appearance with only minor internal features visible under close inspection. Color is described as medium intense, offering a clear, saturated yellow that is lively without appearing overly vivid or artificial. The sapphire exhibits an excellent polish, resulting in crisp facet junctions and clean light return across the table and crown facets. This stone has undergone beryllium diffusion enhancement, a treatment disclosed and standard in the industry to achieve or improve yellow hues. The provenance for this example is Ceylon Sri Lanka, and The Natural Sapphire Company discloses all treatments and origin information to support informed decisions and long term confidence.

The origin of this sapphire in Ceylon Sri Lanka contributes materially to its desirability and perceived value, both from a historical perspective and a geological one. Sri Lanka has produced sapphires for centuries and is renowned for yielding stones that combine lively color, good transparency, and pleasing optical character. Geologically, the gem fields of Sri Lanka contain sapphires that formed in metamorphic host rocks under conditions that often create clean crystals with attractive hues derived from trace elements in the corundum lattice. The specific trace element balance present in many Ceylon sapphires tends to produce tones that are bright and well balanced, which allows treated stones to achieve attractive yellow saturation while retaining a natural appearance. Provenance from Ceylon also carries a market recognition premium because collectors and connoisseurs associate the name with a long history of quality gemstones, established mining communities, and a mature local lapidary tradition. For buyers who value traceability and context, a documented Sri Lankan origin provides an additional layer of assurance about the character and background of the sapphire.

Understanding the interplay between the stone’s cut, clarity, and enhancement helps to evaluate both aesthetic performance and long term suitability for wearable jewelry. The pear shape is a classic choice that offers an elegant silhouette for rings, pendants, or earrings, and the mixed brilliant cut on this specimen has been executed to emphasize fire and scintillation while preserving face up color. The dimensions and depth provide enough pavilion volume to create contrast and sparkle without sacrificing table size, which is important for presenting the yellow hue consistently under natural and artificial lighting. Clarity described as very very slightly included evaluated at eye level indicates that any natural inclusions are minimal and do not distract at normal viewing distances, contributing to a clean presentation that is suitable for fine settings. The excellent polish ensures durability of the facet surfaces and enhances the gem’s visual appeal. Beryllium diffusion has been used to produce the medium intense color, and while this treatment is permanent and stable under normal wearing conditions, disclosure is important because it affects how the market values the stone relative to untreated material. From a practical standpoint, standard careful handling and conservative cleaning methods will maintain the stone’s appearance over time.

When considering the sapphire in the context of design, setting and long term care, its attributes suggest several natural approaches that preserve value and highlight character. The pear shape and lively medium intense yellow color make the gem particularly effective in a solitaire or halo ring where the stone can be oriented to elongate the finger or positioned to capture light from multiple angles. A mixed brilliant cut is forgiving in settings that include protective prongs at the pointed end, and the stone’s dimensions lend themselves to custom settings that balance visual weight and wearability. The provenance from Ceylon Sri Lanka and the professional finish supplied by The Natural Sapphire Company add clarity to the stone’s narrative for collectors or for clients assembling an heirloom piece. For cleaning, gentle warm soapy water and a soft brush are recommended to preserve the polish and avoid exposure to strong acids or aggressive chemicals. The Natural Sapphire Company can provide certification, detailed imagery, and additional technical notes regarding the beryllium diffusion process and origin documentation to assist with appraisal, insurance, and long term stewardship planning.