1.05 Ct. Greyish Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

To hold this exquisite sapphire is to accept an invitation to a rarefied world of elegance and discernment. Offered by The Natural Sapphire Company, this transparent, oval shaped gem weighs 1.05 carats, and presents itself in a serene greyish blue, a hue that suggests both calm sophistication and timeless appeal. Its proportions, measuring 6.78 by 5.27 by 3.62 millimeters, are perfectly suited to a centrepiece role, whether set as a solitary signet, an understated solitaire, or as the focal point of a custom creation that speaks to the individual taste of its owner. The cool whisper of its very light colour intensity invites close inspection, revealing a subtle complexity that rewards a refined eye, and announces to the world that the wearer understands the quiet power of restraint.

Under the hand of a master cutter the mixed brilliant cut of this stone has been executed with an eye for both brilliance and face up presence. Each facet has been arranged to catch and return light with a lively scintillation, and the excellent polish enhances that performance so that the sapphire glows from within with a crystalline clarity. The clarity grade is slightly included, evaluated at eye level, and those gentle internal characteristics give the gem personality and provenance, traceable back to its formation deep in the earth. The transparency remains beautiful and clear, and the stone presents an elegant balance between purity and natural individuality, a characteristic prized by collectors who value authenticity over artificial perfection.

Perhaps most compelling to the connoisseur is that this sapphire is completely natural, with no enhancement, and it comes from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a source long celebrated for producing sapphires with exceptional charm. An untreated Ceylon sapphire is a story as much as it is a jewel, a narrative of geological time, of skilled miners and cutters, and of the island legacy that has shaped the taste of the world for generations. To own a gem in its natural state is to own a piece of that narrative, unaltered and honest, and such integrity is increasingly rare. The slightly included clarity speaks to that truth, and the excellent polish confirms the attentive craftsmanship that transformed rough stone into a refined jewel ready for setting.

Beyond its immediate aesthetic appeal this sapphire represents a considered investment in beauty and craftsmanship. Sapphires are renowned for their durability and enduring desirability, they are second only to diamond in hardness, and a well chosen stone with clear provenance and no enhancement holds its value with remarkable resilience. This particular gem, with its pleasing oval dimensions, superb polish, and natural origin, is the kind of stone that can move through generations, gaining sentimental value as it becomes part of a family story. For the collector who seeks not only visual pleasure but also the assurance of a sound acquisition, this sapphire offers both. It can be crafted into an heirloom piece that reflects personal achievement, or it can be held as part of a curated collection that demonstrates connoisseurship and an appreciation for unretouched natural beauty.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we understand that acquiring a gem is an intimate decision, and we are pleased to offer personalised guidance to help you realise its fullest potential. Our team can advise on setting styles that will accentuate the oval face up, on metal choices that will complement the greyish blue hue, and on design proportions that will honour the stone s dimensions and mixed brilliant cut. We provide full disclosure of the sapphire s characteristics, and we accompany each offering with attentive service that matches the gem s quiet refinement. To wear this sapphire is to make a statement about taste and achievement, and to invest in a jewel that celebrates both the raw poetry of the earth and the disciplined artistry of the cutter.