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A natural 1.02 carat pastel pink sapphire in an oval cut, heat treated. Pastel pink sapphire is the lighter, softer end of the pink corundum range — a tone with lower saturation that reads delicate and airy rather than vivid or bold. In oval cut at just above 1 carat, this stone is sized for pendant and accent ring use, and the soft pastel quality makes it the choice for buyers who want pink sapphire's warmth without the intensity of vivid or hot pink varieties.
Expert Opinion
Ahmed Shareek's Assessment
"This 1.02 ct oval sapphire has the soft, even pastel pink saturation that Ceylon material is known for — light enough to stay wearable day to day, without the grayish cast that lower-grade pastel pinks often show."
Rarity Analysis
Pink sapphire sits in a middle tier of Ceylon corundum production — more available than padparadscha or vivid hot pink, but still a minority of overall output, which is dominated by blue and yellow stones.
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Color: Pastel, light-saturation pink is the more commonly encountered end of the pink range; vivid, saturated pinks are scarcer and command higher premiums, so this stone's value sits in its clean, even tone rather than depth of color.
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Size: Most commercial pink sapphire on the market runs well under 1 carat; at 1.02 ct this stone sits right at the threshold where supply of well-cut, well-colored stones starts to thin out.
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Treatment: The vast majority of commercial pink sapphire is heat treated to improve color and clarity, exactly as this stone is disclosed to be — a standard, expected treatment rather than an exception.
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Clarity: Graded Very Very Slightly Included (eye-clean) — cleaner than the eye-clean minimum typically accepted in commercial pink sapphire.
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Documentation: FGL certification confirms the stone's natural origin, weight, and treatment status.
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Combined effect: The combination of above-1-carat size, VVS clarity, and confirmed Ceylon provenance in a pastel tone that reads clean rather than washed-out is what separates this stone from typical small-format commercial pink sapphire.
Buying Guidance
A few practical points to weigh before purchasing this specific stone:
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View it in more than one light. Pastel pink can look slightly different under warm incandescent bulbs versus daylight-balanced light — check both if color precision matters to you.
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Consider the setting head size. At 6.72 x 5.18 mm, this oval suits both a classic four-prong solitaire and a low-profile bezel without requiring an oversized head.
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Confirm treatment and clarity disclosure when comparison shopping. Many pink sapphires marketed as "natural" omit heat-treatment disclosure — ask directly if a competing listing is unclear.
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Weigh availability at this size and clarity. Above-1-carat, eye-clean pastel pink sapphire is less commonly available than smaller melee-sized stones, as described in the Rarity Analysis above.
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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
Gemstone Data — At a Glance
| Item # |
CG0801 |
| Carat Weight |
1.02 ct |
| Species / Variety |
Corundum / Pink Sapphire |
| Shape / Cut |
Oval, Portuguese cut (mixed brilliant faceting) |
| Dimensions |
6.72 x 5.18 x 4.00 mm |
| Color / Intensity |
Pastel Pink, light saturation |
| Phenomenon |
None |
| Treatment |
Heat Treated |
| Origin |
Sri Lanka (Ceylon) |
| Clarity |
Very Very Slightly Included (eye-clean) |
| Transparency |
Transparent |
| Hardness |
9 (Mohs) |
| Certification |
FGL Report #report number not listed in product data |
Why Choose this 1.02 ct Oval Pastel Pink Sapphire?
Pastel pink appeals to a specific aesthetic — buyers who want warmth and femininity without the bold statement of vivid pink. The tone reads particularly well against white gold and platinum, where the cool metal contrasts softly with the warm-but-light pink. At 1.02 carats in an oval, this is a practical, versatile stone for custom jewelry work in the soft-pink aesthetic.
Key Benefits of this Natural Pink Sapphire
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Soft Pastel Pink Tone
Light saturation for a delicate, airy aesthetic — warm without boldness.
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Oval Cut Versatility
The most practical shape for pink sapphire in pendant, ring, and earring applications.
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White and Platinum Metal Synergy
Pastel pink reads softly and romantically against cool white settings.
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Above-1-Carat Size
Just over 1 carat — appropriate for center stone pendant and ring use.
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Durable for Daily Wear
Corundum at Mohs 9, second only to diamond.
Features
- Carat Weight: 1.02 Carats
- Gem Type: Natural Pink Sapphire
- Cut: Oval
- Treatment: Heat Treated
- Color: Pastel Pink (light saturation)
- Clarity: Eye-clean — no visible inclusions under normal viewing
- Hardness: 9 on the Mohs scale
This 1.02 ct oval pastel pink sapphire has been hand-selected for the softness and evenness of its pastel tone — the quality that defines the delicate aesthetic this color delivers.
Why Customers Love This Gemstone
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Delicate Aesthetic: Soft pastel — the pink for buyers who want warmth without intensity.
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White Metal Contrast: Pastel pink reads beautifully against platinum and white gold.
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Practical Oval Format: The most versatile shape for pendant, ring, and earring use.
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Trusted Source: Treatment disclosed honestly, stone selected for color evenness.
Owning this 1.02 ct oval pastel pink sapphire means choosing the soft, romantic end of the pink sapphire spectrum — warmth without boldness, in a format that suits any setting style.
Perfect Uses for this 1.02 ct Pastel Pink Sapphire
- Pendant center stone in white gold or platinum
- Delicate engagement ring center stone
- Earring center stones (pair)
- Three-stone ring with diamond accents
- Romantic anniversary or Valentine's gift
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