0.44 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This radiant shape blue sapphire weighing 0.44 carat is a superb example of careful cutting and classical Ceylon color, with exact dimensions of 5.02 x 3.97 x 2.50 mm. The stone is transparent and displays a medium light color intensity that reads as a clear, cool blue under mixed lighting. The radiant cut combines both brilliant and step style facets, and in this instance the cutter has balanced facet placement and symmetry to produce lively scintillation and even light return across the table. The polish is graded excellent which ensures crisp facet junctions and minimal surface disturbance to light performance. Clarity is described as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, meaning the stone appears clean to the unaided eye and that any internal features are minor and do not interrupt the overall visual purity. This sapphire has been stabilized by traditional heat treatment, a widely accepted and permanent enhancement that improves color and clarity without compromising structural integrity. The gem originates from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a source historically prized by connoisseurs for blue sapphires that combine vibrancy and a soft, luminous tone.

For the educated buyer this sapphire presents a compelling combination of measurable attributes and aesthetic appeal, and it makes an excellent centerpiece for a refined jewelry design. The modest 0.44 carat weight and the rectangular radiant outline offer versatility for settings from a delicate solitaire to an elegant halo or cathedral mounting, with the precise measurements aiding jewelers in achieving tight secure settings. The very very slightly included clarity at eye level, together with the excellent polish and the radiant cut, translates into exceptional brilliance relative to its size, maximizing perceived size and presence on the hand. Ceylon origin is a recognized element of provenance that can add secondary market appeal, and the disclosure of heat treatment aligns with transparent trade practices that discerning buyers value. Offered by The Natural Sapphire Company this gem combines classic origin, careful cutting, and conservative enhancement disclosure, resulting in a durable and luminous sapphire that will stand as a striking centerpiece in any fine jewelry collection.