0.91 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This pear shaped blue sapphire weighs 0.91 carat and measures 8.54 by 4.32 by 3.54 millimeters, yielding a length to width ratio of approximately 1.98 and a depth percentage of about 55 percent, proportions that emphasize an elegant teardrop silhouette while maintaining substantial face up presence, the gem has been fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut that combines a brilliant facet arrangement on the crown with a calibrated pavilion architecture to optimize return of blue hue and scintillation, the crown displays well defined kite and star facets that interact with the pavilion facets to produce a lively pattern of light and dark, the pavilion faceting has been executed to preserve color saturation without sacrificing brightness, the material is transparent and evaluated at eye level as very very slightly included which renders it effectively eye clean, the color intensity is classified as intense, presenting a vivid Ceylon blue tone characteristic of Sri Lankan sources, the stone is natural and untreated with no enhancement, the polish has been graded excellent, and the overall symmetry and facet junctions indicate careful lapidary control aimed at maximizing optical performance while retaining maximum weight.

From a setting perspective this sapphire adapts to a wide range of mounting strategies, the elongated pear profile and fine pavilion depth make the stone ideal for solitaire and halo ring designs where the point can either face the fingertip to visually lengthen the finger or face the wrist for a contemporary reversed orientation, for protective retention the tip should be supported by a V shaped prong or a partial bezel to guard against impact, additional prongs on the rounded end are recommended to stabilize the stone, a four prong platform with a reinforced V prong at the point is a common approach that balances security with light access, a thin open back basket will enhance brightness by allowing light to traverse the pavilion while a closed back bezel will mute brightness but increase durability and daily wear suitability, micro pave halos can be scaled to the stone outline to increase perceived size and to enhance color contrast, alternatively a low profile three stone mounting with tapered baguette or tapered trillion side stones will emphasize length and add visual continuity, tension settings are technically feasible but require exact seat geometry to avoid point stress, for high end commissions platinum or 18 karat white gold will accentuate the cool blue, while 18 karat yellow or rose gold will introduce warm contrast and can intensify perceived saturation.

The versatility of this Ceylon sapphire makes it suitable for pendant applications, single drop earrings, a signature cocktail ring, or a bespoke engagement design, for a pendant a tapered bezel or halo with open back will provide a secure setting and a luminous face up, when used in earrings matched pairing can be approached by mirroring orientation and by matching mounting depth to maintain consistent face up color, design pairings with melee diamonds or coloured sapphires offer controlled contrast and permit graduations in size and color that read as deliberate craftsmanship, at The Natural Sapphire Company our bench will mill a custom seat to the exact pavilion outline to ensure precise contact and to avoid stress concentration at the point, we will recommend prong profiles and bezel thickness based on intended wear, we will proportion the halo and shoulder stones to the 8.54 by 4.32 millimeter footprint to preserve symmetry, and we will provide CAD visualizations and hand fabricated prototypes when required, because the sapphire is untreated and eye clean it is particularly suitable for heirloom quality pieces where long term durability and natural provenance are priorities, please contact The Natural Sapphire Company to discuss metal choice, prong specification, halo proportions, and bespoke design pathways, our technical team will advise on setting tolerances, seat milling, and finishing protocols to ensure the finished piece meets both aesthetic and functional requirements.