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

This exceptional yellowish orange sapphire from Ceylon is a rare and luminous treasure, presented by The Natural Sapphire Company, and it speaks to a refined taste for singular gemstones. Weighing 1.40 carat, this princess shape gem measures 6.26 by 6.23 by 3.55 millimeters, and its precise dimensions reveal a stone that is substantial for a square cut while remaining elegant for bespoke jewelry designs. Its transparency is striking, and under careful eye level examination it is graded as very very slightly included, a clarity assessment that conveys an eye clean appearance to even discerning connoisseurs. The cut is a classic princess, executed to maximize brilliance and internal light return, and the polish is excellent, resulting in crisp facet separation and a lively, scintillating surface that draws the eye. The hue is a vivid yellowish orange with intense color intensity, a shade that is both warm and vibrant and that commands attention without overwhelming delicate settings. For full transparency this sapphire has been beryllium diffused, a considered enhancement that brings forth deep, stable color from Ceylon material, and the result is a gem with a spectacular and enduring visual presence.

Among comparable sapphires this stone stands apart for both its size and its color, a combination that is rarely encountered in today market. Many yellow and orange variants are found in smaller sizes or with more muted tones, and when vivid orange shades do appear they are often limited to smaller carat weights or oval and cushion shapes. This princess cut at 1.40 carat offers an uncommon marriage of square symmetry and generous presence, producing a bold visual impact in settings where a clear, defined silhouette is desired. The intense yellowish orange hue is exceptionally saturated for a sapphire of this profile, and the even color distribution through the pavilion and crown ensures that each facet reflects warm golden flashes as the gem moves. Compared to other options that may exhibit zoning, lower saturation, or a reduction in brilliance due to softer polish, this sapphire maintains a rare equilibrium of color, clarity, and cut. Collectors who seek gems that make a statement will recognize how uncommon it is to find a Ceylon sapphire that combines such robust color with an eye clean clarity and an excellent finish in a princess format of this size.

Owning this sapphire is an invitation to join an exclusive circle of collectors and patrons who appreciate the extraordinary, and The Natural Sapphire Company is pleased to offer this gem as a limited opportunity for bespoke creation. This stone is ideally suited to a custom engagement ring, a singular pendant designed to command attention, or a couture piece where the gem is allowed to be the focal narrative. Our design team can recommend settings that accentuate the square geometry and warm tone, whether by pairing it with delicate white diamonds to heighten contrast, warm yellow metal to complement the hue, or a halo that increases perceived scale while preserving the stone integrity. Because pieces of this clarity, color intensity, and size do not come to market often, we curate these opportunities carefully, offering personalized guidance on setting, certification, and care. If you are drawn to the notion of owning a gemstone that is at once rare in size and luminous in color, we invite you to explore this sapphire with The Natural Sapphire Company, and to consider reserve and bespoke design options to ensure this remarkable gem becomes a private and enduring statement of distinction.