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.
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Scapolite
Nineteen48A pear-cut scapolite with excellent sparkle. Clear with a soft peachy undertone: delicate, bright, and full of charm.
Sapphires - Group
Nineteen48A 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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Nineteen48Round sapphires from Sri Lanka measuring approximately 5mm.Two different colour options are available
Sapphire
Nineteen48Crescent-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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Nineteen48Clear sapphire baguettes, each approximately 6 x 3mm. One remaining - on the far right.
Sapphire
Nineteen48Clear untreated sapphire with intriguing white inclusions that create a frosted, textured look. Unusual and full of character.
Sapphire
Nineteen48Clear, untreated sapphire weighing 0.88 carats. Sparkly and well-cut with graceful proportions.
Sapphire
Nineteen48A 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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Nineteen48Clear round sapphires, 2.5mm each.
Sapphire
Nineteen48Clear, brilliant-cut round sapphire with a well-executed cut that maximises sparkle. Bright and versatile.
Sapphire
Nineteen48Brilliantly sparkly clear white sapphire baguettes, each measuring 3 x 2mm. Clean, bright, and perfect for accent stones.
Sapphire
Nineteen48A colourless, clear sapphire in a princess cut.
Sapphire
Nineteen48A clear sapphire with a slight lemon undertone. Trillion cut from Sri Lanka.
Sapphire
Nineteen48Lovely large pale blue-lilac round sapphire.