1.03 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There are gemstones that speak softly and there are gemstones that command attention, this 1.03 carat Ceylon blue sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company belongs emphatically to the latter. We present this piece as a rare opportunity for the collector who seeks something unmistakable and refined, a stone that declares its presence without shouting. This sapphire has been hand selected for its vivid color intensity and for the transparent purity that allows light to move through the stone with purpose. When you choose this gem you join a select group of clients who own hand curated sapphires from Sri Lanka, gems that are chosen not only for their beauty but for their ability to become singular statement pieces in bespoke settings. Availability is limited because stones of this character are found and secured by specialists, not mass produced, and each purchase is treated as a private commission with the attention to detail you expect when investing in true heirloom quality.

Measured at 5.71 by 4.72 by 4.83 mm, this oval sapphire wears larger than its weight might suggest, and the elongated proportions of the oval shape give it a commanding presence on the hand. The mixed brilliant cut has been executed to maximize scintillation, pairing precise crown facet arrangements with a pavilion that returns light with lively fire. At 1.03 carat the stone is an ideal size for a solo solitaire that will read as refined and consequential or as the centerpiece of a signature cocktail ring. The clarity is graded as slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means that the inclusions are minor and do not interrupt the overall transparency or the visual impact of the gem. An excellent polish enhances the surface mirror, ensuring crisp reflections and a satiny finish. The sapphire has been heat treated, a common and stable enhancement that intensifies color, while the origin of Ceylon, Sri Lanka contributes to the gem character prized by connoisseurs for its lively silk and intensely saturated blues.

Beyond the numbers and the professional grading, the way this sapphire performs in real life is what sets it apart. Under natural daylight the vivid blue plays between deep royal tones and brighter cornflower highlights, depending on viewing angle and surrounding metalwork. The mixed brilliant cut is especially flattering for the oval outline because each facet is aimed at delivering a rhythmic flash, enough to announce your presence in any room and elegant enough for intimate settings. The slight inclusions confirm the stone is natural and add a fingerprint of authenticity, while the excellent polish ensures these internal characteristics remain a private note rather than a distraction. For clients seeking a bespoke commission we often recommend settings that allow the profile of 5.71 by 4.72 by 4.83 mm to breathe, such as a low bezel for everyday elegance, a four prong open gallery for maximum light return, or a delicate halo that amplifies the vivid color without overpowering the natural charm of the sapphire. Each option will translate the 1.03 carat weight into a very personal statement, and our craftsmen at The Natural Sapphire Company will guide you to the ideal mount for your lifestyle and aesthetic.

Possessing this Ceylon sapphire is more than owning a gem, it is securing a rare conversation piece that will be admired for generations. At The Natural Sapphire Company we manage every detail from provenance confirmation to final mounting, so your experience will be discreet, curated, and centered on quality. This is a stone for those who appreciate scarcity and refinement, for those who want a center stone that is both visibly impressive and quietly assured. If you are considering a commission or would like a private viewing, we welcome your inquiry so we can reserve this gem for you and discuss custom options that highlight the sapphires size and clarity to their fullest advantage. Owning this sapphire means joining a small circle of collectors who insist on exceptional standards, and we look forward to helping you make it the centerpiece of your next treasured piece.