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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Nineteen48A lovely selection of hexagonal tablet-cut sapphires from Sri Lanka in pastel shades.Each stone measures approximately 5.5 - 6mm
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Nineteen48Blue, "roval" sapphires from an artisanal mine in Sri Lanka. The cut sits between a round and oval form. Measuring approximately 6x5mm, these untre...
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Nineteen48Round sapphires from Sri Lanka measuring approximately 5mm.These stones range from light blue to deeper blue tones
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Nineteen48Round sapphires from Sri Lanka measuring approximately 5mm.Two different colour options are available
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Nineteen48A very bright pink-purple pear-shaped sapphire from Sri Lanka with soft purpley undertones.This stone has strong colour and would make a bold centr...
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Nineteen48A selection of bright coloured yellow sapphires.
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Nineteen48These rose cut, round, blue sapphires were responsibly sourced from an artisanal mine near Pelmadulla in Sri Lanka. The gems have good clarity. One...
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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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Nineteen48A clear responsibly sourced sapphire from Sri Lanka.
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Nineteen48Small baguette-cut sapphires approximately 5 x 2.5mm. Clear stones with some showing lilac or blue undertones, both elegant and refined.
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Nineteen48Oval yellow sapphires each approximately 6 x 4mm. A range of golden hues with clean cuts.
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Nineteen48Oval sapphires in a dusky blue hue with grey undertones. Approximately 6 x 4mm.
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Nineteen48Oval clear sapphires with a hint of soft blue undertone. Each stone is approximately 5 x 3mm.
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Nineteen48A clear trilliant cut sapphire.
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Nineteen48Clear sapphire baguettes, each approximately 6 x 3mm. One remaining - on the far right.
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Nineteen48A subtle collection of long oval sapphires in pastel hues, each measuring approximately 6 x 3mm. Gentle, pastel tones.
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Nineteen48A selection of oval-cut sapphires measuring 6 x 3mm each, ranging from clear to soft, pale blue-grey tones. Calm, understated, and versatile.
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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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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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Nineteen48Sparkly pastel yellow sapphire just over 0.5 carats. Cheerful and bright, ideal for subtle colour.
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Nineteen48Clear round sapphires, 2.5mm each.
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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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Nineteen48Responsibly sourced from Sri Lanka, these radiant-cut sapphires display an almost colourless appearance with exceptional brilliance. On closer insp...
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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.