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VIOLET SAPPHIRES
The violet sapphire intrigues and captivates: ranging from delicate lavender to deep purple, it is rarer than blue sapphire, and certain stones shift in hue between daylight and artificial light — a phenomenon prized by…
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Learn more — Violet Sapphire
The violet sapphire intrigues and captivates: ranging from delicate lavender to deep purple, it is rarer than blue sapphire, and certain stones shift in hue between daylight and artificial light — a phenomenon prized by collectors. A symbol of nobility and intuition, it shares the 9/10 hardness of all sapphires. Every Bonnot Paris violet sapphire is selected directly in Sri Lanka or Madagascar and comes with its independent laboratory certificate. Drawn between two hues? The pink sapphire extends its softness, the blue its depth. And to picture it on your finger, explore our violet sapphire engagement rings, crafted to order.
TRAVEL DIARY
24 hours with a gem hunter in Sri Lanka
François joins the miners of Ratnapura who unearth the sapphires you see on this page.
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Our unique gemstones reflect the purity and elegance of nature
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Exclusively by renowned independent laboratories
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Our global network allows us to fulfil every request, from classic to the rarest gemstones
At Bonnot Paris, every stone is selected for its rarity, clarity and ethical provenance, ensuring full traceability, exceptional quality and fair pricing.
FAQ — Violet Sapphire
Every creation begins with a personal consultation — in Paris, in Angers, or by video call — to understand your wishes, your story and your budget.
Our experts guide you through the selection of stones and the development of your jewellery design.
Our designers then produce several sketches so you can visualise the piece.
Once the stones and design have been approved, your creation is carefully brought to life to the highest standards of excellence at Maison Bonnot Paris.
Yes, all our stones are certified by renowned laboratories such as Bellerophon, ICA GemLab, London Gem Lab, and others, guaranteeing their authenticity and exceptional quality.
The violet of a sapphire can take on an infinite range of hues, depending on its composition and origin:
- Pink-violet: delicate, luminous, deeply feminine.
- Fuchsia violet: vibrant and contemporary.
- Intense violet: deep, velvety, a hallmark of elegance.
- Bluish violet: rare and sought-after, of exceptional intensity.
At Bonnot Paris, we favour saturated, luminous violet sapphires — often with a subtle blue undertone — for their balance and extraordinary brilliance.
These are rare stones, selected one by one, removed from the market the moment they are discovered.
The most sought-after violet sapphires come primarily from Sri Lanka and Madagascar.
These sources produce stones with beautifully balanced colour and an incomparable natural brilliance.
Unheated violet sapphires are exceptionally rare — far rarer than diamond.
Their colour is entirely natural, making them highly coveted by collectors and the finest jewellers.
The violet sapphire is a stone of soul and intuition.
It symbolises creativity, wisdom and inner transformation.
In an engagement ring, it expresses a love that is profound, inspiring and sincere — a union of minds as much as of hearts.
Delivery is arranged either by hand in Paris or via a specialist courier, ensuring your piece reaches you in a manner that is secure, insured and entirely reliable.
Lead times vary according to the complexity of the piece, but you should generally allow between 4 and 8 weeks from final design approval.
Thanks to our offices in India, Sri Lanka and Bangkok, close to the markets and the mines, we take the time needed to select the ideal stone, one that is perfectly aligned with your expectations.
