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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Tourmaline
Nineteen48Pair-cut green tourmaline with lovely proportions and even, rich saturation.
Sapphire
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Nineteen48Blue pear cut sapphire from Sri Lanka.
Sapphire
Nineteen48Royal purple pear shape sapphire from Sri Lanka.
Sinhalite
Nineteen48A statement piece, this stunning golden-brown stone is just shy of 12 carats. Oval-cut and full of depth, it would make a great cocktail ring.
Scapolite
Nineteen48A pear-cut scapolite with excellent sparkle. Clear with a soft peachy undertone: delicate, bright, and full of charm.
Sapphire
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Nineteen48Lovely azure hued pear-cut sapphires.
Sapphire
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Nineteen48A soft blue pear-shaped sapphire from Sri Lanka with gentle tones.Measuring 6.1 x 4.2mm and weighing just over half a carat
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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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Nineteen48Pear-cut sapphires, each 7 x 5mm. Tones vary from clear with yellow hues to cool blue and lilac.
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Nineteen48Pear-cut sapphires in pale yellow tones. Approximately 7 x 5mm.
Sapphire
Nineteen48Pair of pear-cut sapphires with pastel yellow undertones. Each stone measures approximately 7 x 5mm - ideal for ring shoulders.
Sapphire
Nineteen48A pastel yellow pear-shaped untreated sapphire, just over 1 carat. Elegant, soft colour with subtle shading.
Sapphire
Nineteen48Pear-shaped untreated sapphire just over 1 carat. Soft, almost off-white tone with a flattering cut and good sparkle.