1.98 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This beautiful transparent yellow sapphire offered by The Natural Sapphire Company is a refined example of Ceylon stonecraft, weighing 1.98 carat and cut into a classic cushion shape with precise dimensions of 7.10 x 6.75 x 4.55 mm. The gem has been fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut, combining pavilion facets designed for scintillation with a table and crown arrangement that maximizes face up brilliance. Its light color intensity presents a delicate, sunlit yellow that reads as elegant and wearable, while the excellent polish ensures crisp facet junctions and lively light return. This stone is notable for being unenhanced, retaining its natural color and internal character without heating or other treatments, a feature that collectors and discerning buyers frequently prize.

To understand this sapphire is to travel back millions of years to the deep geological processes that produce corundum, the mineral family to which sapphires belong. Formed in aluminum rich, silica poor environments under high temperature and pressure, this particular yellow sapphire owes its origin to the ancient metamorphic and igneous terrains of Sri Lanka. Trace amounts of iron within the crystal lattice are responsible for the yellow hue, introduced during crystal growth when mineral rich fluids circulated through the host rock. Over geologic time, tectonic uplift and weathering liberated these sapphires from their primary host rocks, transporting them into river systems where they accumulated in alluvial gravels. During this long journey the rough crystals were naturally abraded, concentrating the most durable and lustrous pieces, which were later recovered by miners and then cut and polished by skilled lapidaries who respected the stone's natural form, clarity, and color. The result is a gem that carries both the deep time story of its creation and the human history of careful cutting and finishing.

From a grading and valuation perspective this cushion yellow sapphire offers an attractive combination of weight, cut, and natural origin. Its clarity grade of slightly included, evaluated at eye level, indicates the presence of natural inclusions that are typical in corundum, such as minute crystal inclusions or faint feathering, which do not materially affect the gem's transparency or structural integrity at this size. For the educated buyer slightly included clarity often represents good value, because it preserves natural origin characteristics without compromising brilliance. The mixed brilliant cut enhances the perception of transparency by distributing light across the table and facets, and the excellent polish contributes to superior surface luster, which is critical when assessing face up appearance. At 1.98 carat this sapphire sits at a desirable weight for fine jewelry applications, offering substantial presence while remaining versatile for ring, pendant, or bespoke designs. The light yellow tone, combined with its untreated status and Ceylon provenance, makes it especially appealing to collectors seeking ethically sourced, natural stones with documented origin and minimal human alteration. For those considering this piece we recommend a tailored setting that protects the pavilion and allows maximum light entry, such as a bezel with open pavilion panels or a secure prong setting in yellow or rose gold to complement the warm color, and we are able to provide independent certification and bespoke mounting services through The Natural Sapphire Company, ensuring that you acquire not only a beautiful sapphire but also full documentation of its characteristics and origin.