0.66 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

The exquisite 0.66 carat cushion-shaped blue sapphire offered by The Natural Sapphire Company captures the attention of connoisseurs with its unique features and superior quality. The dimensions of this gemstone, measuring 6.54 x 4.40 x 2.45 mm, contribute to its perfect balance and proportion, optimizing both brilliance and color dispersion. The cushion shape is particularly admired for its combination of an antique sensibility and contemporary appeal, offering a timeless elegance that is both versatile and universally appealing. This sapphire exhibits an intense color intensity, a rare and valuable trait that ensures its vibrant blue hue stands out under various lighting conditions.

This sapphire's mixed brilliant cut is meticulously crafted to enhance the stone's natural luster and fire. The combination of step cuts on the pavilion and brilliant cuts on the crown allows for a magnificent play of light, maximizing optical performance. Each facet has been precisely shaped and aligned to compliment the gemstone's inherent beauty, ensuring that the brilliant sparkle of the sapphire is clearly noticeable to the naked eye. The excellent polish further amplifies its light-reflecting ability, rendering a clean and sharp finish that augments its visual appeal and underscores the gemstone's high quality.

One of the defining characteristics of this particular sapphire is its very slightly included clarity grade, achieved through a stringent evaluation at eye level. The inclusions present within the stone serve as nature's signature, offering a unique authentication of its geological origin and natural formation. These subtle inclusions, invisible to the casual observer, do not detract from its beauty but rather add a defining character that separates it from similar gems. Each inclusion tells a story of complex geological processes, making this gemstone as much a piece of art as it is a natural treasure.

The origin of this sapphire from Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka, reinforces its esteemed status among gemologists and collectors alike. Sri Lanka has been a renowned source of premium sapphires for centuries, known for producing stones with exceptional quality and color saturation. The provenance of this gem adds an additional layer of allure and credibility, endowing it with cultural and historical significance. With the backing of The Natural Sapphire Company's commitment to authenticity and quality, this sapphire is not just a magnificent gemstone, but an enduring investment and a piece of earth's history that can be cherished for generations.