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
An elegant elongated octagonal blue sapphire from Sri Lanka. This untreated gem measures 8.8 x 4.9 mm and displays a vivid blue tone. A small surfa...
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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.
Sinhalite
Just over 1.5 carats, this slightly oval, near-round stone has a golden-brown warmth.
Sinhalite
A 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
A pear-cut scapolite with excellent sparkle. Clear with a soft peachy undertone: delicate, bright, and full of charm.
Quartz
Large emerald-cut lemon quartz with a gentle yellow hue. Bright and sunny in tone.
Quartz
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.
Peridot
An almost 6-carat oval peridot with a powerful, intense green. Rich saturation.
Sapphires - Group
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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A stunning orange tourmaline weighing 7.8 carats. Intense colour and beautiful cut‚ this is a show-stopping gem for a dramatic cocktail ring.
Chrysoberyl
An elegant oval-cut chrysoberyl with a yellowy-green tone, pale tones of chartreuse.
Quartz
A large 10-carat quartz with dramatic colour zoning: amethyst purple on one side blending into a yellowish-clear band.
Tourmaline
An intense natural green tourmaline in baguette cut, just over 3 carats. Bold lines and saturated colour.
Sapphire
Aquamarine
A stunning aquamarine - the biggest ever mined from Pohorobawa, Sri Lanka. This icy blue beauty is a huge 60.22cts!
Sapphire
Sapphire
Sapphire
Sapphire
Sapphire Party Pack
A selection of blue sapphires from Sri Lanka. Perfect for cast-in-place and cast-not-set pieces. Also to help fill out your gem collection! Total c...
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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
Sapphire
Only one remaining... A lovely green/teal sapphire from an artisanal gem mine near Elahera in Sri Lanka.
Sapphire
Only one remaining. A sparkly sapphire from an artisanal mine in Sri Lanka. The cutting is slightly asymmetrical and this is reflected in the price.
Sapphire
Sapphire Party Pack
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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