1.04 Ct. Purplish Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This marquise shaped purplish blue sapphire began its life deep within the ancient rock formations of Ceylon Sri Lanka where corundum crystals slowly formed over millions of years under heat and pressure. Miners working old alluvial deposits found the rough and passed it to cutters in a lineage of skill that stretches back generations. At The Natural Sapphire Company we tell that story in every stone by choosing cutters who respect the crystal and bring out its best. This particular gem is a transparent 1.04 carat marquise that measures 9.15 x 4.40 x 3.46 mm, its elongated silhouette recalling a dewdrop or a leaf caught in morning light. The marquise shape carries a historical elegance and a sense of movement, and the mixed brilliant cut in this stone is designed to balance scintillation with depth so that the purplish blue color reads as vibrant without losing its inner glow.

The journey from rough to jewel is a careful conversation between material and maker, and this sapphire shows the result in polished facets and refined proportions. Evaluated at eye level the clarity is very slightly included, which means that the inclusions are gentle reminders of its natural origin and they do not interrupt the gem long range beauty. The color intensity is medium intense, a tone that allows the stone to show both blue and violet notes depending on the light and the angle. The excellent polish allows each facet to act like a tiny mirror so that the mixed brilliant arrangement produces lively flashes and an even face up appearance. An enhancement by heat treatment has been applied, a time honored practice used to stabilize and intensify the stone without altering its natural character. What you see is a natural Ceylon sapphire that has been thoughtfully prepared to reveal its best qualities.

When set in jewelry the purplish blue hue of this sapphire offers remarkable versatility against different skin tones, and the marquise shape brings an elongating elegance to the wearer. On fair skin with cool undertones the stone reads as a rich cornflower blue with lively violet edges, and a white gold or platinum setting will enhance that crisp coolness for a refined statement. On fair skin with warm undertones the violet side of the color creates a flattering contrast that can be warmed further with a rose gold bezel or halo, the gentle pink of the metal picking up the purple facets and creating a romantic glow. For medium and olive skin tones the purplish blue takes on an almost regal depth, its medium intense saturation holding its own against warmer complexions, and a two tone setting that pairs yellow gold accents with a white gold or platinum head will harmonize both the metal and the gem. On deeper skin tones the sapphire becomes strikingly luminous, the cool blue violet sitting beautifully against rich melanin, and a high polished yellow gold or rose gold frame will produce a bold and elegant contrast that reads luminous in both daylight and evening light. Across all skin tones the marquise silhouette flatters the finger by creating visual length, and choosing a setting that exposes the pavilion will allow more light to enter and increase sparkle while a bezel will offer a modern refined look and protect the stone.

This sapphire is ready to become the centerpiece of a bespoke piece that feels like it has always belonged to you, whether you imagine it as a solitaire ring that elongates the finger, a low profile everyday pendant, or a pair of delicate earrings that catch light with movement. At The Natural Sapphire Company we celebrate the stone story from mine to mounting and we are committed to helping you choose the metal color and setting style that will best enhance the purplish blue character of this 1.04 carat marquise from Ceylon. If you prefer a vintage inspired cluster to emphasize the violet flashes, a modern bezel for secure everyday wear, or a three stone composition that plays with symmetry and scale, our design team can show you options and simulated visuals so you can see how the gem will sit and shine. This sapphire is more than a gem, it is a piece of geology shaped by skilled hands, ready to reflect your personal style and to be worn for years to come.