{"product_id":"pink-cushion-ceylon-sapphire-41","title":"0.86 ct Natural Heated Pink Sapphire – Rectangular Cushion Cut","description":"\u003cp\u003eA natural 0.86 carat pink sapphire in a rectangular cushion shape with Mixed Cut faceting, from Sri Lanka (Ceylon), heat-treated and certified by GIC (Gemmological Institute of Colombo), Report #CrG0005-M. This vivid purplish pink hue combined with the elongated rectangular cushion outline gives the stone a distinctive, elegant profile that sets it apart from standard round or square cushion pink sapphires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #5b2c6f; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 24px; margin: 28px 0; background-color: #f9f5fc;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px; color: #4a235a;\"\u003eExpert Opinion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/pages\/ahmed-shareek-about-the-owner\" style=\"color: #4a235a; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAhmed Shareek\u003c\/a\u003e's Assessment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\"This 0.86 ct rectangular cushion sapphire shows exactly the kind of vivid, saturated purplish pink that makes fine Ceylon pink sapphires stand out from the more common, lighter pink material on the market. The heat treatment here is disclosed and standard practice in the trade, and the GIC report — issued by Sri Lanka's own gemological institute, working with material sourced right where it's mined — gives buyers clear, independent documentation of the stone's color and treatment status.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRarity Analysis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA handful of factors combine on this stone to put it above the average pink sapphire you'll find at this size and price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e purplish pink is a distinct, more saturated variant of pink sapphire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.86 ct is a practical, wearable size — large enough to read clearly as a center stone in a ring or pendant, without the steep price jump that comes with crossing the one-carat mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e heated — standard, disclosed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eye Clean, with no visible inclusions under normal viewing — a meaningful mark of quality for a heated sapphire in this size range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocumentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e GIC Report #CrG0005-M — GIC (Gemmological Institute of Colombo) is a Sri Lanka-based gemological laboratory. The GIC report documents this stone's color, treatment, and dimensions; the Sri Lanka (Ceylon) origin stated for this stone reflects the seller's sourcing information rather than a formal origin determination on the report itself\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombined effect:\u003c\/strong\u003e a saturated purplish pink hue, an elongated rectangular cushion silhouette that few cutters attempt, and independent GIC documentation together make this a stone that reads as distinctive rather than standard-issue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuying Guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few things are worth keeping in mind if you're weighing this 0.86 ct purplish pink sapphire against other options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJudge the color in person if you can:\u003c\/strong\u003e purplish pink sapphire photographs differently under different lighting, so cross-reference photos against the GIC report's color description before deciding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment is not a concern here:\u003c\/strong\u003e heat treatment is stable, permanent, and disclosed — it is the industry-standard enhancement for the vast majority of fine sapphires sold today\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep the GIC report with the stone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Report #CrG0005-M is the stone's permanent record of identity, color, and treatment, and should stay with it through any resetting or resale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThink about the setting early:\u003c\/strong\u003e the elongated rectangular cushion outline suits both prong and bezel settings differently than a standard square cushion, so it's worth discussing with a jeweler before committing to a design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTry Before You Buy:\u003c\/strong\u003e if you're deciding between this stone and other loose sapphires, compare them side by side in natural daylight as well as indoor lighting — saturated purplish pink hues like this one can shift noticeably between light sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn More About This Gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/natural-sapphires-online-premium-gemstones\"\u003eHow to Buy Natural Sapphires Online: What Certification Actually Tells You\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/pink-sapphire-buyers-guide\"\u003ePink Sapphire — The Complete Buyer's Guide to Color, Origin, and Value\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/sapphire-buying-guide\"\u003eThe Ultimate Guide to Buying Natural Loose Sapphires\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/how-to-commission-custom-sapphire-ring\"\u003eHow to Commission a Custom Ring — From Loose Stone to Finished Piece\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #5b2c6f; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 24px; margin: 28px 0; background-color: #f9f5fc;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 14px; color: #4a235a;\"\u003eGemstone Data — At a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600; width: 42%;\"\u003eItem #\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eCG8253\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCarat Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003e0.86 ct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSpecies \/ Variety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eNatural Purplish Pink Sapphire (Corundum)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eShape \/ Cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eRectangular Cushion, Mixed Cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003e5.52 x 4.94 x 3.71 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eColor \/ Intensity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003ePurplish Pink, Vivid \/ Saturated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePhenomenon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eHeated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eSri Lanka (Ceylon), as stated by seller — the GIC report documents color, treatment, and dimensions rather than a formal origin determination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eClarity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eEye Clean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTransparency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eTransparent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003e9 (Mohs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px;\"\u003eGIC Report #CrG0005-M\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose this 0.86 ct Heated Rectangular Cushion Pink Sapphire?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCeylon pink sapphire in this saturated purplish pink tone is prized for its vibrancy and warmth. The rectangular cushion cut elongates the face-up profile, giving the stone a more dramatic presence than a standard cushion shape of the same weight, while the Mixed Cut faceting maximizes brightness and fire. Heat treatment — disclosed transparently and confirmed by GIC Report #CrG0005-M — is a widely accepted, permanent enhancement in the sapphire trade that improves clarity and color consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits of this Natural Pink Sapphire\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVivid Purplish Pink Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn intensely saturated hue from Sri Lanka, the benchmark source for fine pink sapphire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRectangular Cushion Silhouette\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn elongated, distinctive profile that stands out from standard square cushion shapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMixed Cut Faceting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCombines brilliant and step-cut facets for maximum brightness and fire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndependently Certified\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGIC Report #CrG0005-M documents color, treatment, and dimensions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable for Daily Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCorundum at Mohs 9, second only to diamond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarat Weight: 0.86 Carats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGem Type: Natural Pink Sapphire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariety: Pink Sapphire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Rectangular Cushion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut Style: Mixed Cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 5.52 x 4.94 x 3.71 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Sri Lanka (Ceylon)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment: Heat Treated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Purplish Pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClarity: Eye Clean — no visible inclusions under normal viewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 9 on the Mohs scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertification: GIC Gemstone Report #CrG0005-M\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 0.86 ct rectangular cushion pink sapphire has been hand-selected for the vividness and evenness of its purplish pink saturation — a standout color even within the Ceylon pink sapphire category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of a Kind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a single natural gemstone, not a manufactured or lab-created replica — no two sapphires form with identical color, clarity, and internal character. Once this stone sells, it's gone; there is no duplicate. What you see documented on the GIC report is the exact, individual stone you receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSapphire is exceptionally durable (Mohs 9), but a few habits keep it looking its best. Clean with warm water, mild soap, and a soft brush; avoid ultrasonic or steam cleaners if the stone is set alongside softer or treatment-sensitive materials. Store separately from other jewelry to prevent surface scratches to softer pieces, and remove the stone before swimming, exercising, or household chemical exposure. Heat treatment is stable and permanent under normal wear conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Customers Love This Gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVivid Purplish Pink:\u003c\/strong\u003e A saturated, eye-catching color that photographs and wears beautifully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive Silhouette:\u003c\/strong\u003e The rectangular cushion shape offers a look beyond the standard square cushion or round cuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractical Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.86 carats — versatile for rings, pendants, and earrings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrusted Source:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ceylon origin confirmed, treatment disclosed honestly, and independently certified by GIC (Report #CrG0005-M).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOwning this 0.86 ct rectangular cushion purplish pink sapphire means choosing a distinctive silhouette and a vivid, saturated color backed by independent certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect Uses for this 0.86 ct Pink Sapphire\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngagement ring center stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom pendant solitaire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of distinctive rectangular cushion pink sapphires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStatement earrings or accent stones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnniversary or milestone gift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Crescent Gems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42665947594819,"sku":"CG8253","price":2237.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8982\/8931\/files\/stone_CG8253-1_image-1.jpg?v=1778307988","url":"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/en-gcc\/products\/pink-cushion-ceylon-sapphire-41","provider":"Crescent Gems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}