0.53 Ct. Greenish Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 0.53 carat asscher octagon greenish blue sapphire presents a technically refined profile, ideal for collectors and designers who value precision cutting and optical clarity. The asscher cut employs concentric step facets on the pavilion and crown, producing a faceting architecture that emphasizes broad planes and controlled light return, which makes facet junctions and internal features plainly visible to the eye. For that reason, the eye clean clarity grade evaluated at eye level is a crucial attribute, allowing the step cut to display uninterrupted fields of color and reflective planes without distraction. The stone measures 4.00 x 3.72 x 3.71 mm, a compact yet substantial footprint that, combined with its medium color intensity, yields a strong face up presence, particularly in single stone or halo settings. The asscher style octagon outline with trimmed corners distributes light in stepped flashes rather than scintillating pinpoint sparkle, so the excellent polish and precise facet symmetry achieved by skilled lapidaries are essential to maximize contrast and depth.

Provenance and treatment details further support this sapphire as a statement stone, the material originating from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a source known for producing lively, bright blue tones with secondary green nuances. The sapphire has been heat treated, a stable and customary enhancement applied to optimize color uniformity and remove silk without compromising durability. The medium color intensity sits between pastel and vivid, providing versatility for mounting choices, and the combination of small but dense dimensions and eye clean clarity makes this gem especially effective as the focal point in a refined statement piece. When set in a high bezel or a low profile solitare with complementary reflective metal, the asscher cut’s broad facet planes will command attention, presenting a clean, architectural look that reads larger than its carat weight. The Natural Sapphire Company guarantees the cutting and finishing meet exacting standards, ensuring that this 0.53 carat asscher octagon sapphire will perform as a confident, technically impressive center stone in any statement design.