1.01 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 1.01 carat round blue sapphire from Ceylon presented by The Natural Sapphire Company is a fine example of balanced gemmological quality and visual appeal, it measures 5.69 by 5.75 by 3.91 millimeters, it is fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut and offers transparent material with a medium intense blue color, the stone has a clarity grade of very very slightly included at eye level which for practical purposes is eye clean, and the surface finish is described as excellent polish. The combination of a well executed mixed brilliant faceting scheme and superior polish produces exceptional light performance, the pavilion and crown facets work together to maximize return and scintillation so that the stone reads as vividly saturated yet lively from every viewing angle, the depth is proportioned to allow both strong brilliance and balanced color distribution, and the minor internal characteristics are minute enough that they do not interfere with face up beauty, resulting in an apparent flawlessness to unaided vision while remaining fully transparent under magnification.

From a connoisseur and investment perspective the provenance and treatment history are important, this sapphire originates from Sri Lanka, historically known as Ceylon, a source prized for clean crystals and attractive cornflower to medium blue tones, and the stone has undergone standard heat treatment to enhance its color and clarity, a stable and widely accepted practice in the trade that improves marketability while being fully disclosed. The combination of Ceylon origin, medium intense color, eye clean very very slightly included clarity, and excellent polish makes this gem desirable to an educated buyer who values natural origin and transparent disclosure, in addition corundum hardness and the robust crystal structure make it suitable for everyday jewelry settings such as solitaires or halo mounts, the measured diameter also offers versatile design options for rings, pendants, or bespoke pieces. At The Natural Sapphire Company we emphasize accurate grading and full disclosure, and we are available to provide additional imagery, independent laboratory reports, or bespoke setting recommendations to ensure this 1.01 carat Ceylon blue sapphire meets your expectations for both beauty and long term value.