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Sri Lanka

Nineteen48 sources its Sri Lankan gemstones through its partner company, Crown Gems, which is run by Janaka Abayawickrama.

Sri Lanka, an island with a rich history of gemstone mining, is renowned for its abundance of gem varieties. The most celebrated among them is the Ceylon Sapphire, though other gemstones such as topaz, spinel, garnet, and moonstone are also commonly found.

Mining operations in Sri Lanka are exclusively artisanal or small-scale, typically carried out by small teams using hand tools and minimal mechanisation. These traditional methods have been refined over generations and are part of what makes Sri Lankan mining practices unique.

The gem mining industry is regulated by the National Gem and Jewellery Authority, a government body responsible for issuing mine licences and ensuring the proper restoration of land following mining activities.

Sri Lanka is widely recognised as one of the best and safest examples of artisanal and small-scale gemstone mining in the world, thanks to the expertise of its miners and the deeply rooted mining traditions that continue to guide the industry today.

Scapolite

Nineteen48
Original price £360.00 - Original price £360.00
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A pear-cut scapolite with excellent sparkle. Clear with a soft peachy undertone: delicate, bright, and full of charm.

Original price £360.00 - Original price £360.00
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Sapphires - Group

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Original price £1,920.00 - Original price £1,920.00
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A set of untreated marquis-cut sapphires ranging from clear to soft yellow, with a peach and a couple of lilac-toned stones included. A delightful ...

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Sapphire

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Original price £240.00 - Original price £240.00
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Round sapphires from Sri Lanka measuring approximately 5mm.Two different colour options are available

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Sapphire

Nineteen48
Original price £228.00 - Original price £228.00
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Crescent-shaped sapphires with an unusual cut and subtle tones—from clear to pale yellow to pale blue with a slight lilac undertone. Approximately ...

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Sapphire

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Original price £180.00 - Original price £180.00
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Clear sapphire baguettes, each approximately 6 x 3mm. One remaining - on the far right.

Original price £180.00 - Original price £180.00
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Sapphire

Nineteen48
Original price £144.00 - Original price £144.00
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Clear untreated sapphire with intriguing white inclusions that create a frosted, textured look. Unusual and full of character.

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Sapphire

Nineteen48
Original price £708.00 - Original price £708.00
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Clear, untreated sapphire weighing 0.88 carats. Sparkly and well-cut with graceful proportions.

Original price £708.00 - Original price £708.00
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Sapphire

Nineteen48
Original price £192.00 - Original price £192.00
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A mix of baguette and radiant-cut sapphires in pastel tones - clear, pale blue, and icy lilac. Each stone approximately 5 x 4mm. Some are step-cut ...

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Original price £192.00 - Original price £192.00
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Sapphire

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Original price £288.00 - Original price £288.00
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Clear round sapphires, 2.5mm each. 

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Sapphire

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Original price £540.00 - Original price £540.00
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Clear, brilliant-cut round sapphire with a well-executed cut that maximises sparkle. Bright and versatile.

Original price £540.00 - Original price £540.00
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Sapphire

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Original price £48.00 - Original price £48.00
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Brilliantly sparkly clear white sapphire baguettes, each measuring 3 x 2mm. Clean, bright, and perfect for accent stones.

Original price £48.00 - Original price £48.00
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Sapphire

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Original price £840.00 - Original price £840.00
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A colourless, clear sapphire in a princess cut.

Original price £840.00 - Original price £840.00
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Sapphire

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Original price £528.00 - Original price £528.00
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A clear sapphire with a slight lemon undertone. Trillion cut from Sri Lanka.

Original price £528.00 - Original price £528.00
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Sapphire

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Original price £900.00 - Original price £900.00
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Lovely large pale blue-lilac round sapphire.

Original price £900.00 - Original price £900.00
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