{"product_id":"ceylon-padparadscha-sapphire-1-51ct-oval","title":"1.51ct Ceylon Padparadscha Sapphire Oval","description":"\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGem Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural Padparadscha Sapphire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarat Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.51 ct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.47 × 5.97 × 3.66 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape\/Cut\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOval Mixed Cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrownish Pinkish Orange (Padparadscha)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTraditional Heat Treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCeylon (Sri Lanka)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdvanced Gem Testing Lab (AGTL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1.51ct natural Ceylon padparadscha sapphire captures the elusive sunset colour that makes padparadscha the rarest and most coveted member of the sapphire family. The delicate interplay of pinkish orange tones. Named after the Sinhalese word for lotus blossom. Creates a colour that no other gemstone can replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePadparadscha sapphires are among the most sought-after coloured gemstones in the world. Their unique combination of pink and orange hues occurs in an extremely narrow colour range, and genuine padparadschas from Ceylon are scarce enough that many experienced gem dealers go years without handling one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Certification\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis padparadscha sapphire originates from Ceylon (Sri Lanka), the only source historically associated with the padparadscha name. While other origins now produce stones with similar colours, Ceylon remains the benchmark, the term \"padparadscha\" itself is Sinhalese, and Sri Lankan stones set the standard against which all others are measured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis stone has been enhanced through traditional heat treatment, a widely accepted practice in the gemstone industry that improves colour saturation and clarity. The Advanced Gem Testing Lab (AGTL) has confirmed the treatment, authenticated the stone's natural origin, and verified its padparadscha colour classification on the accompanying certificate. AGTL's padparadscha designation confirms the stone falls within the accepted colour range for this prestigious variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes a Padparadscha Sapphire\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe name \"padparadscha\" comes from the Sinhalese word for the colour of a lotus blossom, a subtle blend of pink and orange that exists in a very narrow window. Not every pinkish-orange sapphire qualifies as a padparadscha; the designation requires a specific balance of hues that gemological laboratories evaluate rigorously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes padparadscha sapphires so valued:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e True padparadschas are among the rarest sapphire varieties. The colour range is so narrow that slight shifts toward pure pink or pure orange disqualify a stone from the designation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin prestige:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ceylon padparadschas carry the highest prestige and often command premium prices over stones from Madagascar or Tanzania.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollector demand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Padparadscha is one of the few sapphire varieties where collector demand consistently outpaces supply, supporting strong price appreciation over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSapphire durability:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a corundum, padparadscha rates 9 on the Mohs hardness scale. Ideal for engagement rings and heirloom jewellery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Padparadscha\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt $2,500 AUD for a 1.51ct certified Ceylon padparadscha sapphire, this stone offers genuine collector-grade value. The oval cut is the classic shape for padparadscha. It maximises the stone's unique colour display and provides versatile 7.47 × 5.97 mm dimensions for ring or pendant settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePadparadscha sapphires at this size with full certification and confirmed Ceylon origin are difficult to source. For buyers seeking a gemstone with provenance, rarity, and the unmistakable beauty of a true padparadscha, this stone delivers on every count.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/padparadscha\"\u003eBrowse our full Padparadscha Sapphire collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ceylon-pink-spinel-1-75ct-oval\"\u003eCompare: 1.75ct Ceylon Pink Spinel Oval\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs this padparadscha sapphire heated?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This sapphire has undergone traditional heat treatment, a standard and accepted practice in the gemstone industry. Heat treatment is disclosed on the AGTL certificate. The majority of padparadscha sapphires on the market have been heat-treated; unheated specimens command significant premiums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat colour is a padparadscha sapphire?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePadparadscha is a unique blend of pink and orange. Named after the Sinhalese word for lotus blossom. The colour must fall within a narrow range to qualify for the padparadscha designation. This stone displays a brownish pinkish orange tone that has been certified as padparadscha by AGTL.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy are padparadscha sapphires so expensive?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePadparadscha sapphires are among the rarest sapphire varieties. The specific pink-orange colour occurs in an extremely narrow range, making gem-quality specimens scarce. Ceylon (Sri Lanka) is the most prestigious source, and certified Ceylon padparadschas consistently command premium prices at auction and among collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"My Precious Gems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43776835059827,"sku":"MPG-PP-0151","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/6400\/4723\/files\/24.png?v=1768221987","url":"https:\/\/mypreciousgems.com.au\/products\/ceylon-padparadscha-sapphire-1-51ct-oval","provider":"My Precious Gems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}