3.01 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This marquise yellow sapphire is a precisely measured and expertly finished specimen, weighing 3.01 carats and presenting with dimensions of 12.85 millimeters by 6.77 millimeters by 4.30 millimeters. The length to width ratio is 1.90, a proportion that emphasizes elegant length without appearing overly elongated, and it provides an ideal platform for both solitaire and multi stone settings. When assessed by proportional metrics the pavilion depth relative to the average of the length and width is 43.8 percent, a geometry that produces a broad table and a shallow pavilion plane, which in turn promotes lively surface brilliance while maintaining substantial face up spread. The cutter has executed a mixed brilliant pavilion design to balance scintillation and color dispersion with a well executed crown arrangement, and the overall finish is described as excellent polish, delivering crisp facet junctions and minimal light leakage across the table and facets.

Facet architecture and clarity characteristics define the optical personality of this sapphire, and they have been handled with technical intent. The mixed brilliant cut marries a faceted crown with a modified pavilion schema that uses both triangular and kite shaped crown facets and a series of graduated pavilion facets to generate controlled flash and scintillation along the marquise outline. The resulting light performance accentuates the medium intense yellow body color by producing concentrated areas of reflected light without washing the hue, and the medium intense color intensity indicates a balance of saturation and tone that is vivid yet versatile in different mounting metals. Clarity was evaluated at eye level and assigned the grade very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, indicating that inclusions are minute and do not interrupt the gem window or contribute to structural weakness. The sapphire originates from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a provenance renowned for producing clean, well colored yellow sapphires with excellent transparency and crystalline lustre. The stone has been heat treated, a stable enhancement that optimizes chroma and removes undesirable absorption features, and because the treatment is a conventional and permanent process it does not affect suitability for everyday wear or long term stability.

For a piece intended to become an inter generational heirloom the material attributes of this sapphire are highly favorable. Sapphire is a corundum mineral with a nine on the Mohs scale, which confers exceptional resistance to abrasion and scratching and makes it far more durable than most gemstones used in fine jewelry. The marquise profile however introduces two acute terminal points that require considered mounting to protect against impact and chipping, and to preserve the integrity of the stone for future generations. Recommended technical settings include secure V prongs at each terminal apex or a partial bezel incorporating protective end caps, and metal choices such as platinum or 18 karat gold are advised for their work hardening characteristics and long term serviceability. The medium intense hue and excellent polish make this sapphire an ideal candidate for a classic solitaire ring, an elegant three stone composition, or a bespoke pendant that can be resized or remounted by subsequent custodians. Regular maintenance best practices include routine inspection of prongs and settings, professional ultrasonic cleaning when advised by a gemologist, and avoiding prolonged exposure to acids and abrasives. The Natural Sapphire Company provides full disclosure of origin and treatment and can supply documentation to accompany the piece, and our workshop can execute fitted settings that prioritize protection and classical proportions to ensure the gem performs well now and for decades to come. With its precise proportions, conservative depth geometry, stable heat treatment, and Ceylon provenance, this marquise yellow sapphire is engineered to be handed down as a durable, technically refined, and aesthetically enduring family heirloom.