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

A single gemstone rarely arrives with such a commanding presence as this 7.20 carat oval yellowish orange sapphire, offered exclusively by The Natural Sapphire Company, a jewel that announces its arrival with assurance and grace. Measured at 11.96 by 8.99 by 8.09 millimeters, its generous proportions are balanced by a refined oval silhouette, a shape that flatters the hand while magnifying the gem's inherent radiance. The mixed brilliant cut has been executed with precision, a choreography of facets that capture light and return it as molten fire, while an excellent polish ensures each surface is a mirror for luminous reflections. Evaluated as eye clean at standard viewing distance, the clarity allows pure color and brilliance to remain uninterrupted, and the intense color intensity invites admiration with the same confidence as an heirloom discovered anew. Originating from Ceylon Sri Lanka, this sapphire carries the pedigree of one of the world’s most storied gem producing regions, and it has undergone a careful heat treatment, a widely accepted enhancement that refines color and clarity without concealing the stone’s natural character.

To behold this sapphire is to witness a spectrum of warmth and glow that transforms with every movement, a living ember of color that moves between golden sunshine and a rich orange reminiscent of an autumnal orchard. The mixed brilliant cut amplifies this shift, its crown facets creating scintillating starbursts on the table, while the pavilion facets channel depth into a captivating core of hue. Transparency is exceptional, a quality that allows light to penetrate deeply and to be returned as scintillation and vivid color saturation. When set in a ring, the stone reads as both bold and elegant, its 7.20 carat presence commanding attention without overwhelming sophistication, making it ideal for a solitary bezel that honors its form, a halo that intensifies its glow, or a bespoke design that complements personal taste. Warm gold alloys enhance its sunlit tones, rose gold introduces a romantic warmth, and even carefully chosen platinum settings accentuate contrast and lend a contemporary edge, each metal speaking a different language while the sapphire remains the unmistakable protagonist.

Beyond its immediate splendour, this sapphire promises a longevity of admiration that aligns with the rare stature of fine gems. Sapphires rank near the top of the Mohs hardness scale, a testament to their resistance to everyday wear, and the integrity of this gem is reinforced by meticulous cutting and an excellent polish, measures that preserve its ability to reflect light for generations. The heat treatment performed is a stable and accepted practice within the trade, a refinement that enhances the stone’s natural attributes rather than diminishing them, and when properly cared for, the vivid yellowish orange tone will continue to captivate and to become part of family stories. Over years of wear this sapphire will accumulate the gentle patina of personal history, its brilliance undiminished, its color deepening in emotional resonance as it is worn at moments that matter. Regular yet careful cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush will maintain its surface brilliance, and professional servicing for bespoke mountings will ensure its setting remains secure while honoring the gem’s enduring beauty.

To own this 7.20 carat Ceylon sapphire is to claim a rare achievement, a piece that signals refined taste and a confident relationship with beauty. The Natural Sapphire Company stands ready to guide you through the next steps of bespoke creation, offering expert advice on settings that respect both proportion and personality, and ensuring that the final jewel becomes a seamless expression of the wearer. This stone is not merely an accessory, it is a declaration of distinction, a luminous object of desire that will continue to command attention over the years, passed down as a tangible expression of legacy and style. Whether chosen as the centrepiece of a wedding band, an elegant cocktail ring, or a private collection, this sapphire embodies the quiet luxury of a discerning eye, an investment in artistry and nature that rewards its owner with relentless brilliance and enduring allure.