0.83 ct Natural Unheated Violet Sapphire – Oval Cut | AGCL Certified | Sri Lanka (Ceylon)

This 0.83 ct natural violet sapphire is cut oval and completely unheated, documented on AGCL Report #M263125. Violet sapphire is natural corundum with a distinct lavender-violet character, sitting between blue and purple sapphire in color family — a genuinely scarce hue in the commercial sapphire market, especially unheated and under a carat.

Rarity Analysis

A few factors make this stone less common than typical violet sapphire supply:

• Color: Violet is one of the rarer sapphire hues in commercial supply, sitting between blue and purple and rarely seen with this level of saturation.
• Size: At 0.83 ct, this stone is near the one-carat threshold where unheated fine-color sapphire becomes noticeably harder to source.
• Treatment: Unheated, confirmed by AGCL Report #M263125 — the great majority of violet and purple sapphire on the market is heat-treated to intensify color.
• Clarity: Graded Very Very Slightly Included and eye-clean, an above-average clarity grade for an unheated stone of this color.
• Documentation: Independently verified on AGCL Report #M263125, confirming species, weight, dimensions, and treatment status.
• Combined effect: Unheated status, a scarce violet hue, and eye-clean clarity together place this stone well above typical violet sapphire quality found at this carat weight.

Buying Guidance

A few practical points to weigh before purchasing this specific stone:

• Compare against heated violet sapphire pricing. Unheated stones in this color command a premium over heat-treated equivalents — factor that in if you're comparing options elsewhere.
• Confirm the setting suits an oval outline. Oval stones show color across a larger face-up area than round cuts of similar weight, so consider a prong style that doesn't obscure the corners.
• Review the clarity photos closely. Very Very Slightly Included and eye-clean means inclusions are present but not visible to the unaided eye under normal viewing.
• Note that origin is a store assessment, not a lab finding. The AGCL report does not address geographic origin; Sri Lanka (Ceylon) origin is Crescent Gems' own assessment.
• Use the Try Before You Buy option if you would like to see the stone in hand before finalizing the purchase.

Learn More About This Gemstone

• Violet Sapphire — The Complete Buyer's Guide to Color, Origin, and Value
• What Is an Unheated Sapphire? The Complete Buyer's Guide
• Oval Sapphire — The Complete Guide to the Most Popular Sapphire Cut
• Ceylon Sapphire: The Complete Guide to the World's Most Trusted Sapphire Origin
• How to Commission a Custom Ring — From Loose Stone to Finished Piece
• How to Read Sapphire Inclusions — What They Tell You About Origin, Treatment, and Quality
• Sapphire Glossary — Every Term You'll Encounter When Buying a Natural Sapphire

Features

• SKU: CG8401
• Variety: Violet Sapphire
• Carat Weight: 0.83 carats
• Dimensions: 7.05 x 5.00 x 2.92 mm
• Shape: Oval
• Cut Style: Mixed Brilliant
• Treatment: Unheated — No Indication of Heating per AGCL Report #M263125
• Color: Violet
• Clarity: Very Very Slightly Included — eye-clean
• Transparency: Transparent
• Origin: Sri Lanka (Ceylon) (store's own assessment; not addressed by the AGCL report)
• Certification: AGCL Report #M263125
• Hardness: 9 on the Mohs scale

One of a Kind

This is a single natural gemstone, not a lab-created or mass-produced stone. No two natural sapphires are identical — the exact stone pictured is the exact stone you receive.

Care

• Clean with lukewarm water and mild soap using a soft brush
• Store separately to avoid surface contact
• Remove before heavy physical activity
• Avoid ultrasonic or steam cleaners

What's Included

• AGCL report
• Gemstone packed in a gem sleeve