0.86 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This oval blue sapphire began its story in the storied gem fields of Ceylon Sri Lanka, where generations of miners have followed seams of corundum exposed by monsoon seasons and time. Hand collected by experienced local prospectors and gently cleaned by skilled artisans, the rough crystal showed a delicate promise of light and depth. At The Natural Sapphire Company we trace that promise through every step of the journey, working with cutters who respect the stone’s natural direction of growth, and choosing a mixed brilliant cut to balance fire and color. The result is a transparent 0.86 carat oval, measuring 5.97 x 4.75 x 3.71 mm, with a light color intensity that whispers of the Indian Ocean horizon. The sapphire is heat treated to stabilize and enhance its tone, a traditional and widely accepted practice in Sri Lankan material, and the gem was given an excellent polish to deliver a refined surface that amplifies its internal life. With a clarity graded as very slightly included at eye level, the stone retains both character and lasting beauty, the small inclusions serving as badges of its natural origin rather than flaws to be hidden.

When you hold this sapphire you feel both its history and its practicality, because corundum ranks a 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, second only to diamond which is a 10, and well above common gems such as topaz at 8 and quartz at 7, making it exceptionally resistant to everyday wear. That durability, together with its mixed brilliant cut and excellent polish, makes the gem an ideal candidate for an engagement ring or a cherished piece worn daily, while its light blue hue and measured proportions allow for versatile settings. The precise dimensions and 0.86 carat weight make the stone manageable for a variety of designs, from a classic solitaire to a halo or three stone setting. At The Natural Sapphire Company we believe every gem should tell the story of where it came from and how it was made, and this Ceylon sapphire arrives ready to begin its next chapter with you, offering both the romance of its origin and the practical confidence of long lasting wear.