Facet Grade Unheated Ceylon Natural Sapphire Rough – 4.44 ct from Kahawatta, Sri Lanka

Stone Identity & Quality

This is a 4.44 ct Facet Grade Ceylon Natural Sapphire Rough measuring 10.1 × 6.7 × 5.8 mm. The stone is natural, unheated, and alluvial in origin, sourced from Kahawatta village around mining in Sri Lanka. As facet grade rough, it is suitable for buyers looking for natural sapphire material that can be studied for custom cutting and transformation into a finished gemstone.

Color & Visual Characteristics

The stone shows a soft slightly orangish pink to purplish-pink  visual body color in rough form. Under different lighting angles, the color may appear slightly lighter, deeper, or more violet-toned depending on how light passes through the rough body. The final color after cutting cannot be guaranteed from the rough appearance alone, because it will depend on orientation, depth, polish, and how the cutter positions the color within the finished stone.

Internal & External Features

This sapphire rough displays natural surface texture and visible rough features, which are normal for alluvial gemstone material. Internal characteristics can also be seen in the rough and should be evaluated carefully before pre-forming. These features do not remove the cutting potential of the stone, but they must be considered when deciding the best shape, cutting direction, and final yield. A professional cutter should study the stone from several angles before making the final cutting plan.

Cutting & Treatment Potential

As facet grade rough, this sapphire can be considered for a custom faceted gemstone. Its size and depth give a practical starting point for planning, but the final design should depend on the stone’s internal structure, color direction, surface features, and usable area. Possible cutting directions may include a custom oval, cushion, fancy shape, or another design based on the cutter’s judgment. The stone is currently natural and unheated, and no treatment or final cutting result should be overclaimed before professional analysis.

Source & Ethical Position

This sapphire was sourced from Kahawatta village around mining in Sri Lanka, one of the respected gemstone-producing areas connected to Sri Lanka’s long sapphire tradition. Danushka Gems & Minings focuses on source-connected natural gemstones, giving buyers access to rough material with clear origin, honest presentation, and professional cutting guidance. From mining area to cutting planning, the goal is to offer natural gemstones with transparent source connection and realistic transformation potential.