0.73 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

To hold this 0.73 carat round blue sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company is to possess a discreet declaration of refinement, an object that communicates cultivated taste without ostentation. Meticulously cut into a classic round shape with a mixed brilliant faceting scheme, this gem measures 5.02 by 4.93 by 3.79 mm, a proportion that delivers an admirable balance between presence and wearability. Transparent and lively, its medium intense blue color is a study in elegant restraint, a tone that flatters every skin tone while maintaining that unmistakable sapphire identity. The clarity is graded very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a mark that preserves the gem s natural character while presenting a clean and luminous face up. With an excellent polish and a refinement of facet junctions that maximize light return, this sapphire reads as an heirloom element, ready to be set into a bespoke ring, a delicately elevated pendant, or a sympathetic pair of earrings.

The mixed brilliant cut of this stone is a deliberate choice by master lapidaries to marry scintillation with optical depth, creating a gemstone that is both brilliant and soulful. From the crown to the pavilion, each facet has been placed to catch and dance with light, producing flashes of vivid blue and softer, velvety tones that move with the wearer. The medium intensity of color ensures that the sapphire remains versatile, luminous in daylight and richly expressive under evening light, a quality highly prized by connoisseurs. Clarity described as very slightly included indicates that the inclusions do not distract from the gem s beauty when viewed without magnification, and instead testify to its natural origin. The excellent polish accentuates every facet plane, creating crisp reflections and a mirror like finish that elevates the overall perceived size and glamour of this 0.73 carat jewel.

The provenance of this sapphire from Ceylon, modern day Sri Lanka, confers a storied provenance that significantly enhances its desirability and cultural capital. Ceylon sapphires are celebrated throughout the world for their pure and often slightly lighter blue hues, a color profile that is distinct from other regional sapphires and beloved for its luminous, almost ethereal quality. Sri Lanka s gem fields have produced sapphires for centuries, treasures that have adorned royal courts and private collections alike, and owning a Ceylon sapphire links its bearer to that lineage of taste and tradition. Beyond romance, origin matters to collectors and investors because it communicates geological and artisanal narratives that are not replicable. The alluvial mines and time honored cutting traditions of Sri Lanka contribute to a particular balance of tone, clarity and light performance. This stone has been skillfully heat treated, an established and accepted enhancement that gently improves color saturation and clarity while maintaining the specimen s integrity, a process commonly applied to fine Ceylon stones to reveal their best expression.

When you choose this 0.73 carat Ceylon sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company you are selecting more than a rare mineral. You are choosing an emblem of achievement, a cultivated accessory that elevates everyday moments and formal occasions alike. Our gem specialists are available to advise on settings that will best showcase the stone s mixed brilliant cut and medium intense color, whether that is a modern tension mount that emphasizes brilliance, a halo design that amplifies perceived size, or a subtle solitaire that sings of quiet confidence. We provide full documentation of the gem s characteristics, including its origin and treatment history, and offer bespoke design services to bring your vision to life. For the client who values provenance and permanence, this sapphire offers both immediate beauty and lasting desirability, a refined acquisition that will reward careful wear and thoughtful stewardship for years to come.