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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Sapphire

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Sapphire

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Sapphire

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Sapphire

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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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Sapphire

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Sapphire

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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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Sapphire

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Sapphire

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Sapphire

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£228.00 - £228.00

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Sapphire

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£288.00

Sapphire

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£144.00

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Lovely azure hued pear-cut sapphires.

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Sapphire

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Sapphire

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Sapphire

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A 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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Sapphire

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A round blue sapphire from Sri Lanka with classic colouring.This stone measures just under 5mm and weighs just under half a carat.

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Sapphire

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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 lovely selection of round blue sapphires from Sri Lanka.Each stone measures approximately 4.5mm and weighs around 0.44 carats, perfect for coordi...

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Sapphire

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Hexagonal tablet-cut sapphires from Sri Lanka in a variety of colours.Each stone measures approximately 5mm

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Sapphire

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A lovely selection of hexagonal tablet-cut sapphires from Sri Lanka in pastel shades.Each stone measures approximately 5.5 - 6mm

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Sapphire

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Round sapphires from Sri Lanka measuring approximately 5mm.These stones range from light blue to deeper blue tones

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Sapphire

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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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Oval sapphires in a dusky blue hue with grey undertones. Approximately 6 x 4mm.

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Sapphire

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Clear sapphire baguettes, each approximately 6 x 3mm. One remaining - on the far right.

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A 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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Sapphire

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Lovely pale yellow oval sapphires from Sri Lanka.

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£456.00

Sapphire

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A 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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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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£288.00 - £288.00

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Clear round sapphires, 2.5mm each.

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£288.00

Sapphire

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£192.00 - £192.00

£192.00

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

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£192.00

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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£360.00

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