1.63 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There are gemstones, and then there are singular treasures that quietly announce themselves with an air of cultivated restraint. This 1.63 carat emerald cut yellow sapphire, sourced from the storied mines of Ceylon Sri Lanka, is precisely such a treasure. Its transparency is crystalline, its hue a refined, medium light yellow that captures sunshine without shouting, and its proportions are thoughtfully measured, it measures 7.20 by 5.05 by 4.48 millimeters. The classic emerald cut lends this stone an architecture of light, a series of broad, flat facets that create a hall of mirrors effect, allowing the soft canary tone to play across the pavilion with a serene, measured brilliance. The polish is excellent, bringing each facet to a high lustre that complements the gemologist approved clarity grade of very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, an assessment that translates into apparent perfection to the unaided eye, and a whisper of character to the connoisseur.

To own a sapphire from Ceylon is to possess a piece of history, the provenance alone elevating the jewel, it carries the whisper of old world quarries, the patient expertise of cutters who understand how to coax warmth and life from corundum. This stone has been carefully heat treated, a conventional and stable enhancement that refines the colour and clarity while honouring the integrity of the gem. The result is a sapphire that wears with the confidence of a jewel meant to be cherished and passed on. Whether set as the centrepiece of a bespoke engagement ring, mounted in a refined pair of drop earrings, or presented as a solitary pendant, its medium light tone is versatile and flattering, pairing beautifully with warm metals, cool platinum, or the timeless glow of 18 carat yellow gold.

Durability is paramount when selecting a stone for everyday elegance, and on the Mohs scale of hardness this sapphire stands at nine, a near peer of the hardest gemstone, diamond, which sits at ten. That single number encapsulates years of reliable wear, resistance to scratches, and peace of mind for the wearer who desires both beauty and longevity. By comparison, more common gems such as topaz rate at eight, and quartz at seven, making corundum an exceptional choice for pieces destined to be worn daily, and to retain their crisp facet junctions and polished surfaces through a lifetime of moments. For the discerning client who seeks a jewel that is both practical and sublime, the hard wearing nature of this Ceylon sapphire ensures that its understated yellow glow will remain a constant, elegant presence through travel, celebration, and the quiet rituals of each day.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we understand that a gemstone is not merely an object, it is a statement of taste, a private triumph, and a visible testament to refinement. This emerald cut yellow sapphire is presented as an opportunity to mark a milestone, to reward a personal achievement, or to create an heirloom that speaks to decades of careful curation. Its precise dimensions, its 1.63 carat weight, its eye level clarity, and its excellent polish combine to offer a stone that reads both rare and wearable, luxurious without excess. For the client who seeks an emblem of understated status, a jewel that conveys cultivated confidence rather than ostentation, this Ceylon yellow sapphire answers that desire with quiet authority. We invite you to imagine this gem set into a design that reflects your signature, to consider the way it will catch light at a dinner table, or glint with movement, and to know that when you choose The Natural Sapphire Company, you are investing in a promise of provenance, craftsmanship, and enduring beauty.