0.59 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One beautiful transparent 0.59 carat round shape blue sapphire, measuring 5.24 x 5.24 x 2.87 mm, mixed brilliant cut, clarity grade eye clean evaluated at eye level, medium intense color intensity, excellent polish, no enhancement, origin Ceylon Sri Lanka, presented by The Natural Sapphire Company. This stone stands out because the mixed brilliant cut blends the light maximizing advantages of brilliant facets with the depth enhancing qualities of step facets, producing lively scintillation and a vivid play of blue that changes with movement. The eye clean clarity means there are no obstructive inclusions to interrupt the path of light through the gem, so every facet contributes to brightness and sparkle, and the excellent polish gives crisp facet junctions that reflect light with clarity. Being untouched by heat or other enhancements preserves the natural character and provenance of the sapphire, making its medium intense color purity and natural sparkle both rare and desirable.

When you compare this Ceylon sapphire to more common gemstones, the difference in perceived brilliance becomes clear. Diamonds are renowned for their white fire and scintillation, yet they lack the saturated color that gives a sapphire its emotional impact, and a well cut sapphire like this one returns light as color rich flashes that feel warmer and more intense than the washed fire of some colorless stones. Emeralds, while prized for their green, commonly carry inclusions that diffuse light and reduce sparkle, so an eye clean sapphire will often appear brighter in practical wear. Aquamarine and blue topaz tend to be paler and have lower refractive effect, so they do not exhibit the same lively scintillation as a well cut sapphire from Ceylon. This stone balances color, clarity, and cut in a way that achieves striking brilliance without sacrificing the deep blue that defines classic sapphires, delivering both aesthetic appeal and lasting value. Choose this gem from The Natural Sapphire Company for a natural, untreated blue that rivals and in many ways surpasses other market options, for collectors and those seeking a special center stone with exceptional light performance.