0.60 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This Ceylon blue sapphire presents a rare combination of natural color and practical dimensions that set it apart from many stones currently on the market, it is a transparent 0.60 carat oval measuring 6.71 by 5.01 by 2.37 mm, it is cut in a mixed brilliant style to maximize scintillation, it carries a clarity grade of slightly included when evaluated at eye level, it shows vivid color intensity and an excellent polish, and importantly it is untreated, with no enhancement. Compared with commonly available heat treated or laboratory grown sapphires, this gem offers authentic provenance and the kind of natural depth and complexity of color collectors and designers prize, compared with heavier or deeper stones that can sit high in a mounting, this sapphire surrenders a larger face up appearance for its carat weight because of its ideal oval proportions, and compared with step cut or poor polish examples, the mixed brilliant facets and superior polish deliver brighter reflections and a lively, wearable sparkle in everyday light.

For custom jewelry this sapphire is especially well suited, the oval shape is one of the most versatile for bespoke pieces, it translates beautifully to solitaire rings and elegant halo settings, it centers graceful three stone compositions and becomes a flattering focal point in pendants and earrings, the 6.71 by 5.01 mm table gives a visually generous presence without overwhelming delicate ring designs, the 2.37 mm depth makes it easier to set securely while keeping a comfortable profile on the finger, and the mixed brilliant cut ensures a lively performance even in smaller mounting sizes, the slightly included clarity grade means inclusions are not distracting to the eye yet serve as an assurance of natural origin and structural integrity, and the fact that the stone is completely unenhanced from Ceylon Sri Lanka adds rarity and long term value that mass market treated sapphires cannot match. At The Natural Sapphire Company we focus on pairing quality gemstones with thoughtful design, we can advise on settings that enhance the sapphire size and shape, recommend metals and mounting styles that protect the stone and maximize its color, and help you create a custom piece that showcases this vivid Ceylon sapphire to its best advantage.