1.01 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One transparent 1.01 carat oval blue sapphire, measuring 6.87 x 5.53 x 2.80 mm, is a particularly attractive option for clients seeking a refined center stone for custom jewelry, The Natural Sapphire Company. The gem is cut in a mixed brilliant style, combining facets that promote both scintillation and depth, and it benefits from an excellent polish that enhances light return and surface luster. Color is a primary attribute for sapphires, and this stone exhibits an intense blue intensity that reads beautifully under both daylight and artificial lighting, producing the vivid, saturated tone that educated buyers prize. The stone has been heat treated, a standard and widely accepted enhancement in the trade, applied to stabilize and intensify color while also reducing the visibility of minor inclusions, and the origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a source historically known for producing lively, well saturated blue sapphires.

Clarity is graded as very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which tells a technically minded buyer that the stone is essentially clean to the naked eye, with inclusions that do not interfere with the visual performance or durability of the gem. This clarity profile pairs exceptionally well with the mixed brilliant cut, because small internal features become less conspicuous as the faceting pattern disperses light across the pavilion and crown. For clients who value transparency in disclosure, heat treatment is acknowledged here, and that treatment is consistent with industry practice to enhance color without compromising structural integrity, when performed correctly. The combination of intense color, very slightly included clarity, and excellent polish results in a sapphire that reads as both lively and natural, offering aesthetic impact without the premium scarcity pricing attached to fully unenhanced material.

From a custom design perspective the oval shape and the specific dimensions of 6.87 x 5.53 x 2.80 mm make this sapphire an ideal candidate for a wide range of settings and styles. As an elongated round, the oval flatters many finger shapes and can create an optical lengthening effect on the hand when set as a solitaire or as the focal point in a halo ring. The depth of 2.80 mm provides sufficient pavilion to secure a strong prong or bezel setting while maintaining a low profile for everyday wear, and the modest 1.01 carat weight allows designers to balance presence with practicality, fitting comfortably into classic four or six prong mounts, elegant three stone designs, cluster arrangements, or bespoke commissions where proportion and symmetry are critical. The mixed brilliant cut enhances the interplay between brilliance and color, making the stone perform well under photographs and in person, which is important when translating a design sketch into a finished piece.

For the discerning buyer, this sapphire represents a compelling synthesis of provenance, gemological quality, and design versatility, and The Natural Sapphire Company is prepared to support custom design decisions with measured data and professional guidance. The Ceylon origin is an influence on market perception and aesthetics, the disclosed heat treatment aligns with market standards for color enhancement, and the very slightly included clarity supports a clean visual without sacrificing natural character. Sapphires rank nine on the Mohs scale, ensuring excellent durability for everyday jewelry, and this particular gem is well suited to a lifetime of wear once set correctly. For a custom commission, we can advise on ideal metal choices, suggested mounting heights, and complementary accent stones to maximize the stone color and visual balance, and we welcome inquiries for additional photographs, videos, or a private viewing to confirm how this sapphire will sit in your chosen design.