From the Sinhalese word for lotus flower, Padparadscha are the very rare pink orange variety of Sapphire (corundum). You can not just claim your stone is a Padparadscha, it has to be certified.
Literally meaning “lotus flower,†padparadscha refers to a lush pink and orange sapphire. Also, the most valuable topaz is pink to reddish orange and is called “padparadscha topaz.
Padparadscha is a pinkish-orange color sapphire that is reminiscent of a lotus blossom. Rare in nature, this gem is valued for its attractive color. Main deposits: Sri Lanka, Vietnam, Africa.