1.06 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

At The Natural Sapphire Company we present a beautiful transparent 1.06 carat round shape blue sapphire, with precise measurements of 6.47 by 6.50 by 3.53 mm, a mixed brilliant cut, and a clarity grade described as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level. This Ceylon origin gem carries a vivid color intensity and an excellent polish, and it has been heat treated to enhance its tone and saturation. From the moment light meets its crown, the stone announces itself with an instantly appealing blue that balances depth and brightness, and the mixed brilliant cut has been executed to maximize scintillation and face up presence. The clarity and transparency of this sapphire allow internal light to travel freely, creating a lively interplay of flashes and windows that reveal the quality of the rough and the precision of the cut.

When compared to other sapphires available on the market, this 1.06 carat Ceylon example stands apart for offering rare combination of vivid color and eye level clarity at a very accessible size and price point. Untreated stones can command premium pricing for historical or collector appeal, and stones from regions like Kashmir and Burma have their own signature characteristics, yet many of those pieces trade off either transparency or realistic cost. This sapphire from Sri Lanka brings the desirable Ceylon brightness and clean visual face up appearance that often eludes larger, more included material, and because it is heat treated using stable, industry standard methods, it provides a richer, more enduring blue without the premium of rarer untreated stones. Against material from places like Australia or Montana which can be darker or more inky, this gem reads as lively and wearable while retaining excellent durability and day to day brilliance.

The way this sapphire was cut and finished makes its quality apparent from every angle, and the excellent polish plays a crucial role in that performance. The mixed brilliant cut combines large party facets on the crown with a precise pavilion architecture, promoting both sparkle and depth, and the stone sits with ideal proportions that let the blue color appear consistent even as the viewing angle changes. Because inclusions are very slightly present only at close inspection and are not visible to the unaided eye, the gem reads as effectively flawless when set in jewelry, allowing light to enter and reflect back without interruption. This internal clarity, paired with vivid color intensity, creates a three dimensional glow, where the center seems to pulse with saturated blue while the fine facet work breaks light into lively scintillation. Whether viewed under direct daylight, artificial light, or candlelight, the sapphire responds with crisp facet outlines and a velvety, yet vivid, blue character that few stones at this size and price manage to replicate.

Choosing this sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company is a choice for long term satisfaction and considered value, because the stone combines market competitive pricing with traceable origin, expert cutting, and a presentation that translates beautifully into rings, pendants, or bespoke settings. Sapphires are renowned for their toughness, and this Ceylon gem benefits from that reputation while delivering a look that reads fresh and intentionally luxurious. If you are deciding between larger stones that may sacrifice clarity or smaller stones that lack presence, this 1.06 carat sapphire offers a rare middle ground where color, light performance, and clarity align. For those who appreciate the difference that precision cutting and honest sourcing make, The Natural Sapphire Company stands ready to provide further photos, setting suggestions, and expert guidance to ensure this gem becomes a centerpiece you will enjoy every day.