Natural Purple Sapphire Stone in Pakistan

Same mineral as Neelam and Yaqoot

Corundum takes its name by colour: red is ruby, blue is sapphire, and every other colour, including purple, is called a "fancy" sapphire. Purple sapphire gets its colour from a mix of the elements that make ruby red and sapphire blue. It rates 9 on the Mohs scale, second only to diamond, so it is ideal for a ring worn every day.

From lilac to deep violet

Colours range from soft lavender and lilac to rich royal purple and reddish-purple. Some stones look slightly bluer in daylight and redder under warm indoor light, and a few show a distinct colour change. Fine material comes from Sri Lanka (Ceylon), Madagascar and East Africa.

What drives the price

The most valued purple sapphires show a vivid, even, medium to medium-dark purple with good transparency; pale or greyish stones are more affordable. Clarity matters: eye-clean stones command more, though tiny natural silk or crystals are normal. A precise cut that avoids a "window" (a see-through patch in the centre) improves the look. Unheated stones generally carry a premium over heated ones, and the rate per carat rises with size. Each listing's per-carat rate is price divided by carat weight.

Purple sapphire or amethyst?

Purple sapphire is sometimes confused with amethyst, which is quartz and far more affordable. Sapphire is harder, denser and more brilliant, and is rarely found in large clean sizes. Glass and lab-grown corundum are also sold as purple sapphire; glass warms quickly and may show bubbles, while lab-grown corundum can show curved growth lines under magnification. For any significant purchase, a certificate of authenticity is available on request, and independent lab testing can be arranged.

Tradition and belief

As a member of the sapphire family, purple sapphire is associated in South Asian astrology with Saturn (Shani), and it is traditionally worn for calm, spiritual clarity and steady thinking. Like blue Neelam, it is customarily worn after consulting an astrologer. These are beliefs, not guaranteed outcomes.

Caring for your purple sapphire

Purple sapphire is very durable. Clean it with warm soapy water and a soft brush; store it away from diamonds, which can scratch it.

Ordering from GemStore

We inspect every stone and photograph it as it is. Delivery covers every city in Pakistan by insured, tracked courier, Cash on Delivery lets you check the stone before paying, and you have 7 days from delivery to return an unused stone for a refund or exchange.