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A natural 0.59 ct Oval Violet Sapphire, completely unheated, documented on AGCL Report #M263124. At 0.59 carats in an oval, this stone is sized for earring centers, accent rings, and small pendant designs where violet's distinctive character adds visual interest at a compact weight. Violet sapphire is natural corundum at the cooler, bluer end of the purple spectrum — a color that reads differently across light sources, with more blue content in daylight and a warmer character under incandescent light. Unheated status means the color is entirely natural — no thermal treatment has been used to modify or enhance this sapphire's hue.
Expert Opinion
Ahmed Shareek's Assessment
"This 0.59 ct oval carries a Loupe Clean clarity grade rarely seen paired with unheated violet color at this weight — most eye-clean violet sapphire in this size range has been heated to improve clarity or saturation, so an unheated stone this clean stands out."
Rarity Analysis
A few factors combine to make this stone scarcer than its 0.59 carat weight alone would suggest:
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Color: Violet sapphire occupies the cooler, bluer end of the purple spectrum, a color far less common than blue or pink sapphire.
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Size: 0.59 carats places this stone in the practical earring and small-pendant range rather than statement center-stone territory.
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Treatment: Completely unheated per AGCL Report #M263124 — no thermal enhancement of any kind.
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Clarity: Graded Loupe Clean, meaning no inclusions are visible even under 10x magnification — a step above standard eye-clean.
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Documentation: Independently verified by AGCL, confirming species, weight, dimensions, and treatment status.
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Combined effect: Loupe Clean clarity combined with unheated status and a genuinely rare hue makes this a notably clean example within an already uncommon category.
Buying Guidance
A few practical points to weigh before purchasing this specific stone:
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Color behavior: This violet sapphire shifts character across lighting — expect more blue influence in daylight and a warmer cast under incandescent light.
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Scale for your setting: At 0.59 carats and 5.87 x 3.84mm, it suits earring centers, small pendants, or accent-ring placement.
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Origin disclosure: Sri Lanka (Ceylon) origin is the store's own assessment; it is not addressed by the AGCL report itself.
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Clarity advantage: Loupe Clean grading means this stone should show no inclusions to the naked eye or under a loupe — a meaningful step up in a small stone.
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Learn More About This Gemstone
Gemstone Data — At a Glance
| Item # |
CG8396 |
| Carat Weight |
0.59 ct |
| Species / Variety |
Corundum / Violet Sapphire |
| Shape / Cut |
Oval, Mixed Brilliant cut |
| Dimensions |
5.87 x 3.84 x 3.18 mm |
| Color / Intensity |
Violet, Intense |
| Phenomenon |
None |
| Treatment |
Unheated — No Indication of Heating |
| Origin |
Sri Lanka (Ceylon) (store's own assessment; not addressed by the AGCL report) |
| Clarity |
Loupe Clean |
| Transparency |
Transparent |
| Hardness |
9 (Mohs) |
| Certification |
AGCL Report #M263124 |
Why Choose this 0.59 ct Oval Violet Sapphire?
Violet sapphire in unheated quality at 0.59 carats from Ceylon provides documented origin, natural color, and a practical small-stone size in one of the most uncommon sapphire colors at the commercial level. The oval cut maximizes color display for the weight, making the violet clearly readable in any earring or pendant setting.
Key Benefits of this Natural Violet Sapphire
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Unheated Ceylon Origin
No thermal treatment — natural violet from the primary source for fine corundum.
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Light-Variable Character
Shifts between blue-influenced and warmer violet across lighting conditions.
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Practical Earring Scale
0.59 carats in an oval — the right weight for earring center stone and small pendant applications.
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Oval Color Efficiency
Broad face-up oval surface maximizes violet display at this sub-carat weight.
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Durable for Daily Wear
Corundum at Mohs 9, second only to diamond.
Features
- Carat Weight: 0.59 Carats
- Gem Type: Natural Violet Sapphire
- Cut: Oval
- Treatment: Unheated — No Indication of Heating per AGCL Report #M263124
- Color: Violet
- Clarity: Loupe Clean — eye-clean, no visible inclusions under normal viewing
- Transparency: Transparent
- Origin: Sri Lanka (Ceylon) (store's own assessment; not addressed by the AGCL report)
- Certification: AGCL Report #M263124
- Hardness: 9 on the Mohs scale
This 0.59 ct Oval Violet Sapphire has been hand-selected for the purity and balance of its violet — a color that rewards attention across different lighting conditions.
Why Customers Love This Gemstone
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Unheated Violet: Natural color — the heat-preserved character that defines fine violet sapphire.
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Light-Variable: The violet reads differently across light sources — quietly dynamic at any size.
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Ceylon Origin: The benchmark source for fine corundum, even at sub-carat weights.
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Trusted Source: Treatment disclosed honestly, selected for color purity.
Owning this 0.59 ct unheated Ceylon violet sapphire means choosing a small stone with natural color and documented origin at a practical earring and accent scale.
Perfect Uses for this 0.59 ct Violet Sapphire
- Earring center stones (pair)
- Small pendant center stone
- Accent ring in white gold or rose gold
- Three-stone ring accent
- Collectors of small unheated Ceylon violet sapphires
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