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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.

Sapphire

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Sapphire

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Responsibly sourced from Pohorabawa, Sri Lanka, these sapphires are a step cut and weigh approximately 0.14 carats each. Measuring approximately 5....

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Sapphire

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A pretty yellow round sapphire with lots of sparkle. 

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Sapphire

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Sinhalite

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Just over 1 carat, this oval-cut stone glows with a soft golden hue and a gentle brownish-yellow undertone. A warm, light-catching gem.

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Quartz

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Large emerald-cut lemon quartz with a gentle yellow hue. Bright and sunny in tone.

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Quartz

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A beautifully graduated ametrine (amethyst-citrine blend), this 11.13-carat gem shifts from soft yellow at one end to a pale purple at the other.

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Sapphires - Group

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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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Chrysoberyl

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An elegant oval-cut chrysoberyl with a yellowy-green tone, pale tones of chartreuse.

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Quartz

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A large 10-carat quartz with dramatic colour zoning: amethyst purple on one side blending into a yellowish-clear band.

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Sapphire Party Pack

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A selection of yellow sapphires from Sri Lanka. Perfect for cast-in-place and cast-not-set pieces. Also to help fill out your gem collection! Total...

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Sapphire

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Sweet asymmetrical pairing of emerald-cut sapphires. Buy as a pair or seperately. (priced per gemstone)

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Sapphire

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Sapphire Party Pack

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Part pack of yellow sapphires from Sri Lanka. Includes two hexagon portrait cuts, as well as a pear and trillion. Total carat weight: 4.92ct Size r...

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Sapphire

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Original price £144.00 - Original price £144.00
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A vibrant yellow sapphire in an almost princess-style cut.Measuring 5.1 x 3.9mm, this untreated stone weighs just over half a carat and has bright,...

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Sapphire

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A selection of bright coloured yellow sapphires.

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Sapphire

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Sapphire

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Sapphire

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A responsibly sourced yellow oval sapphire.

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Sapphire

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Brilliant-cut untreated sapphire in a pale apricot tone with warm sparkle. Weighs 1.34 carats and has lovely balance and presence.

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Sapphire

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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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Oval yellow sapphires each approximately 6 x 4mm. A range of golden hues with clean cuts.

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Sapphire

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Pear-cut sapphires in pale yellow tones. Approximately 7 x 5mm.

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Sapphire

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Sapphire

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A pastel yellow pear-shaped untreated sapphire, just over 1 carat. Elegant, soft colour with subtle shading.

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Sapphire

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Just under 1.5 carats, this untreated pastel yellow sapphire has a near-radiant cut and an unusually faceted back that creates a dazzling, kaleidos...

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Sapphire

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A charming trio of yellow sapphires in mixed shapes—two ovals and one cushion cut. Each stone has a unique shade, making this set ideal for playful...

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Sapphire

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Lovely pale yellow oval sapphires from Sri Lanka.

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Sapphire

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Sparkly pastel yellow sapphire just over 0.5 carats. Cheerful and bright, ideal for subtle colour.

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Sapphire

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Tapered yellow sapphire baguettes, each approximately 4 x 6mm. 

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Sapphire

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Oval-to-round yellow sapphire with a bright cut and excellent sparkle. Charming colour with good vibrancy.

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Sapphire

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Emerald-cut untreated sapphire in a soft pastel yellow tone, just under 1 carat. Elegant and understated with good clarity.

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Sapphire

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A lovely summery yellow sapphire in a marquise cut, weighing 0.64 carats. Bright and cheerful with a clean, crisp shape.

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Sapphire

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A well-matched pair of slightly oval sapphires, both approximately 6 x 5mm, in a delicate pale yellow. Ideal for earrings or a ring.

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Sapphire

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Original price £180.00 - Original price £180.00
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Unusual half-moon or crescent-shaped yellow sapphires in tones from pale to vivid sunny yellow. Each stone measures approximately 5 x 3mm. A rare c...

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Sapphire

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Original price £144.00 - Original price £144.00
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Responsibly sourced from Sri Lanka, these natural yellow sapphires are available in a range of oval cuts and display the beautiful colour variation...

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