0.57 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There are gemstones that speak in whispers and gemstones that announce their presence with a quiet and enduring authority. This oval blue sapphire from Ceylon Sri Lanka belongs to the latter. Its lineage traces back to a long and storied history of island mines that have supplied rulers, artisans, and collectors for centuries. From the trading ports of antiquity to the salons of modern connoisseurs, sapphires from Ceylon have been prized for their vivid hues and crystalline clarity. This particular stone carries that same legacy, a small and perfect embodiment of time honored taste and refinement. When set into a classic mounting, it will convey a sense of continuity and permanence, a jewel meant to be carried forward through generations, valued not only for its beauty but for the story it tells about tradition and place.

Measured and described with precision, this transparent 0.57 carat oval shape blue sapphire offers a compact yet substantial presence. Its dimensions of 6.02 x 4.06 x 2.89 mm give it an elegant silhouette that sits gracefully in a ring, pendant, or custom design. The sapphire displays an intense color intensity, a deep and saturated blue that remains luminous rather than heavy. Its clarity is graded very slightly included evaluated at eye level, which means the stone presents as clean to the unaided eye while retaining natural character when examined more closely. The polish is excellent, a testament to the careful lapidary work that finished each facet with meticulous attention. The gem has been heat treated, a traditional and stable enhancement used widely to deepen and balance color, and this treatment enhances the charm and consistency that collectors and jewelers seek. At The Natural Sapphire Company we value transparent, exacting descriptions, and this sapphire exemplifies our commitment to supplying stones that combine honest documentation with enduring beauty.

The mixed brilliant cut of this sapphire is central to the way light and color dance within its oval form. By blending the faceting principles of both step and brilliant styles, the cutter has created a pavilion and crown architecture that optimizes return of light while preserving depth of color. The smaller triangular and kite shaped facets in the crown capture incoming light and break it into points of brightness that move with the wearer, creating scintillation. The pavilion facets channel light back through the table and crown, enhancing perceived brilliance and intensifying the blue by concentrating the wavelengths that produce the stone that signature Ceylon blue. Because the cut is mixed, it also balances the stone visually, allowing flashes of lighter blue to contrast with richer, velvety zones. This interplay of light and color gives the sapphire a lively, three dimensional presence, rather than a flat or uniformly dark appearance. Facet junctions are crisp, and the excellent polish encourages mirror like reflections that make the sapphire read as both vivid and refined under a variety of lighting conditions.

Beyond its optical virtues, this sapphire is a study in proportion and potential. The oval outline is inherently flattering on the hand and in pendant settings, offering an appearance that can visually elongate and refine. Its moderate depth of 2.89 mm supports durability and allows the stone to be securely set without compromising its ability to flash light. The very slightly included clarity, still very pleasing at eye level, adds a sense of natural authenticity without diminishing the overall visual impact. As a piece to be passed down, it is the kind of gem that will age with dignity, its heat treatment stabilizing its color and its polish preserving its shine. At The Natural Sapphire Company we often recommend mounting these sapphires in settings that echo classic design, such as four claw or bezel styles, which honor the gem s origins while protecting its structure. Whether chosen as a solitary center stone or as part of a more elaborate composition, this Ceylon sapphire offers a harmonious blend of historical resonance, thoughtful cutting, and practical wearability that will appeal to those who seek a jewel with both heritage and timeless grace.