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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Nineteen48Clear untreated sapphire with intriguing white inclusions that create a frosted, textured look. Unusual and full of character.
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Nineteen48Pear-shaped untreated sapphire just over 1 carat. Soft, almost off-white tone with a flattering cut and good sparkle.
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Nineteen48Clear, untreated sapphire weighing 0.88 carats. Sparkly and well-cut with graceful proportions.
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Nineteen48Lovely pale yellow oval sapphires from Sri Lanka.
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Nineteen48A lovely delicate apricot coloured cushion-cut sapphire.
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Nineteen48Sparkly pastel yellow sapphire just over 0.5 carats. Cheerful and bright, ideal for subtle colour.
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Nineteen48Tapered yellow sapphire baguettes, each approximately 4 x 6mm.
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Nineteen48Oval-to-round yellow sapphire with a bright cut and excellent sparkle. Charming colour with good vibrancy.
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Nineteen48Clear, brilliant-cut round sapphire with a well-executed cut that maximises sparkle. Bright and versatile.
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Nineteen48A 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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Nineteen48Unusual 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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Nineteen48A set of trillion-cut sapphires measuring 6mm each in soft pastel tones ranging from clear to pale blue and delicate yellow. Perfect for creating a...
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Nineteen48Lovely oval, responsibly sourced sapphires in pale blue and clear with a tint of blue.
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Nineteen48A colourless, clear sapphire in a princess cut.
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Nineteen48A clear sapphire with a slight lemon undertone. Trillion cut from Sri Lanka.
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Nineteen48Responsibly 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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Nineteen48Bright oval sapphires, each measuring approximately 6 x 4.5mm.
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Nineteen48Stunning pale blue sapphire with striking colour zoning- soft yellow dappled through the body of the stone.
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Nineteen48Beautiful lagoon green sapphire from Sri Lanka.
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Nineteen48A selection of blue, light blue and pale blue sapphires ethically sourced from Sri Lanka.
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Nineteen48This 0.5 carat, dark pink sapphire is the ideal size for a contemporary solitaire ring. The stone comes from an artisanal gem mine near Pohorabawa,...
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Nineteen48Blue to light blue step-cut sapphires responsibly sourced from Pohorabawa, Sri Lanka.
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Nineteen48Small, melee rubies ethically sourced from Pelmadulla, Sri Lanka. Each is approx 1.1mm. Intense red-pink colour, perfect for pave setting.
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Nineteen48Untreated pink sapphire from Pohorabawa, Sri Lanka.
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Nineteen48Flat-back, purple sapphire, ethically sourced from Pohorabawa, Sri Lanka.
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Nineteen48Stunning cushion cut, deep blue, untreated sapphire, which was responsibly sourced from an artisanal mine near Ellawela, Sri Lanka.
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Nineteen48Flat-back kite shape sapphires. Blue to pale blue colour.
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Nineteen48Blue and pale blue trillion sapphires. Multiple to choose from, approx 4.1mm each.