0.86 Ct. Greyish Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Our featured gemstone is an extraordinary example of precision and artistry, embodying a balance of natural beauty and expert craftsmanship that sets it apart in any collection. This transparent greyish blue sapphire, weighing 0.86 carats, offers unparalleled allure due to its meticulously executed emerald cut. Known for its understated elegance, the emerald cut is characterized by a series of parallel facets that run down the stone, resulting in a remarkable display of light and enhancement of the gemstone's natural color. The dimensions of 6.26 x 4.64 x 3.15 mm speak to the sapphire's proportional elegance and the care taken in shaping each facet to highlight its inherent brilliance.

Renowned for its origin, this sapphire hails from Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka, a region celebrated for producing stones with extraordinary colors and purity. The greyish blue hue of the sapphire offers a unique color intensity classified as dark, contributing richly to its visual depth and appeal. This distinctive color is complemented by the gemstone's clarity grade of very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, offering optimal visibility into the stone without allowing imperfections to detract from its splendor. Such minimal inclusions are often indicative of a natural stone's authenticity, further appreciated by connoisseurs of fine gemstones.

At The Natural Sapphire Company, we take immense pride in presenting stones with superior finishing, and this greyish blue sapphire is no exception. It is endowed with an excellent polish, achieved through rigorous artisanal techniques that ensure the surface is left impeccably smooth and highly reflective. This polish not only amplifies the stone's brilliance but also enhances its overall durability by reducing surfaces susceptible to wear and tear. The facets of the emerald cut emerge with striking clarity and precision, a testament to the adept craftsmanship that makes this piece a standout.

The emerald cut in this sapphire is skillfully chosen not merely for aesthetic appeal but also for its thematic coherency with the stone’s attributes. This cut typically lends itself to a sophisticated look, emphasizing the stone’s linear clarity and highlighting the gemstone's color intensity in an impactful manner. Handling and evaluating such a stone calls upon a technical appreciation—an understanding that each facet has been aligned for maximum reflective interplay between light and color. This method illuminates the gemstone's lush, cool tones, enchanting knowledgeable collectors who prioritize quality and history in their acquisitions.

Selecting a gemstone from The Natural Sapphire Company means acquiring a fusion of tradition, beauty, and skilled craftsmanship, each stone being a reflection of our dedication to unparalleled quality and authenticity. Our greyish blue sapphire serves not only as a center of attention due to its color and cut but also as a testament to the standards of excellence to which we hold every piece. Its exquisite attributes, set forth by design precision and inherent natural characteristics, make it a captivating centerpiece within any sophisticated collection. As such, it is more than a gemstone; it is a legacy captured in crystalline form, defined by expertise and the story it brings from its origins in Sri Lanka to your esteemed possession.