{"product_id":"natural-purple-sapphire-1-28ct-oval-cut-loose-gemstone","title":"Natural Purple Sapphire 1.28 Ct Oval Cut Loose Gemstone | Unheated Violet Sapphire September Birthstone","description":"\u003carticle\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Purple Sapphire weighing 1.28 carats, featuring an oval cut, violet-purple colour and unheated status. Offered as a loose gemstone for custom jewellery and supplied with certification from an authorised gemologist.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis natural purple sapphire weighs 1.28 carats and displays attractive violet to purple tones. Its oval cut offers a balanced appearance and excellent versatility for custom engagement rings, pendants, and bespoke jewellery designs. Sold as a loose gemstone, it allows flexibility for buyers seeking a natural sapphire for personalised jewellery or gemstone collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ai-search-summary\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGemstone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Purple Sapphire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.28 Carat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oval Cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple \/ Violet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unheated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBirthstone:\u003c\/strong\u003e September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold As:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose Gemstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePurple sapphire is a variety of natural corundum valued for its durability, distinctive colour, and suitability for fine jewellery. With a Mohs hardness of 9, sapphire is appropriate for jewellery intended for regular wear when professionally set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a member of the sapphire family and the birthstone for September, purple sapphire is traditionally associated with wisdom, creativity, and personal expression. Its unique colour makes it an appealing alternative to traditional blue sapphire jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGemstone Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGemstone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Sapphire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Corundum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape \/ Cut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.28 Carat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.20 × 6.95 × 3.40 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unheated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBirthstone:\u003c\/strong\u003e September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSold As:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose Gemstone (Unset)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mohs 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCertification \u0026amp; Authenticity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis purple sapphire includes certification from an authorised gemologist confirming gemstone identification and treatment status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeller Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crystal and mineral inclusions are present. These characteristics are commonly found in natural sapphires and are consistent with natural gemstone formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eJewellery Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis gemstone is sold loose and is not supplied as a finished jewellery item. Suitable applications include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom Engagement Rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolitaire Ring Designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePendants and Necklaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStatement Jewellery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeptember Birthstone Jewellery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom Fine Jewellery Projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGemstone Collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCustom jewellery services are available using gold, rose gold, white gold, silver, platinum, and diamond accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose This Gemstone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePurple sapphires are appreciated for their distinctive colour range and durability. Their violet and purple tones offer a unique alternative to traditional sapphire colours while maintaining the strength and versatility that sapphires are known for. Oval-cut stones are particularly popular for their balanced proportions and attractive face-up appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nBrowse related selections and educational resources:\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nashgems.com\/collections\/loose-pink-sapphire-gemstones\"\u003ePink Sapphire Collection\u003c\/a\u003e |\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nashgems.com\/collections\/all\"\u003eAll Gemstones\u003c\/a\u003e |\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nashgems.com\/collections\"\u003eCollections\u003c\/a\u003e |\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nashgems.com\/collections\/sapphire-gemstone-jewelry-rings\"\u003eReady-to-Wear Jewellery\u003c\/a\u003e |\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nashgems.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact Us\u003c\/a\u003e |\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nashgems.com\/blogs\/gemstone-articles\"\u003eGemstone Articles\u003c\/a\u003e |\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nashgems.com\"\u003eNash Gems\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide shipping is available. Buyers are responsible for any applicable customs duties or import taxes. Returns are accepted according to our published return policy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this a natural purple sapphire?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This gemstone is identified as a natural sapphire displaying purple colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHas this sapphire been treated?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This sapphire is listed as unheated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the gemstone include certification?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Certification from an authorised gemologist is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCan this sapphire be used in an engagement ring?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its durability and oval cut make it suitable for custom engagement ring designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this sold as a loose gemstone?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The sapphire is sold loose and is not supplied as a finished jewellery item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n","brand":"NASHGEMS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44733715349732,"sku":"1.28 crt purple s R40","price":189.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0605\/9569\/9940\/files\/violet_sapphire_gemstone_bg.jpg?v=1745835616","url":"https:\/\/www.nashgems.com\/products\/natural-purple-sapphire-1-28ct-oval-cut-loose-gemstone","provider":"NASHGEMS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}