1.01 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exquisite Ceylon blue sapphire weighs 1.01 carats, and measures 7.08 x 5.10 x 3.11 millimeters, and is cut as an elegant oval with a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes scintillation and depth, and it presents as transparent with a very very slightly included clarity grade when viewed at eye level, and it displays an intense color saturation with an excellent polish, and it has been heat treated to enhance its natural beauty. Sourced from Sri Lanka, this gem carries the storied character of classic Ceylon sapphires, yet its compact presence is rare, because to find an oval under 1.5 carats with such concentrated blue and such clean clarity is a privilege reserved for discerning collectors and bespoke jewelers. The Natural Sapphire Company offers this stone as a singular opportunity, a refined centerpiece for a custom engagement ring or a unique pendant, a gem that stands apart from mass produced inventory, because every facet, every angle, and every nuance of color has been selected with connoisseurship in mind.

To appreciate its distinct value, compare it to the famous blue treasures of history, because unlike the legendary Kashmir sapphires that are celebrated for their velvety cornflower blue, and unlike the monumental Logan Sapphire which commands attention by sheer scale, this Ceylon sapphire marries intense color with accessible size, echoing the regal tone of royal gems while remaining intimate and wearable. Its mixed brilliant cut channels the fire of a prized 19th century brilliant, and its clarity recalls the rare clean pockets found in the mines that yielded historic sovereign stones, yet its modern provenance and responsible sourcing add a contemporary layer of desirability. Heat treatment is a well accepted and controlled enhancement, used to reveal the true potential of many of historys most admired sapphires, and here it has been applied expertly to preserve the gem's natural character. For the collector who seeks a stone that feels both heirloom and singular, this sapphire is a discreet masterpiece, a rare Ceylon jewel presented with the care and expertise of The Natural Sapphire Company, and it invites you to join an elite circle of owners who treasure scarcity, provenance, and enduring beauty.