1.06 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exceptional, transparent 1.06 carat round blue sapphire from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, arrives as a rare offering from The Natural Sapphire Company, a stone that will immediately mark its owner as someone with discerning taste and access to jewels of genuine distinction. At 6.35 by 6.32 by 3.38 millimeters this mixed brilliant cut gem presents a compact, perfectly proportioned presence that balances face up impact with comfortable wearability. Its vivid color intensity is the heart of its appeal, a true Ceylon blue that leans toward a richly saturated cornflower hue while retaining a lively, saturated tone that catches the eye without overpowering. The sapphire is eye clean at evaluation under normal viewing, which means the clarity is exceptional for the size and origin, and the excellent polish allows light to dance across the facets with minimum obstruction. This sapphire has been heat treated, a traditional and stable enhancement that refines color and clarity while preserving the inherent character of the stone, and we present it as a choice for collectors and clients who understand nuance and provenance.

As a gemstone expert I can tell you that the mixed brilliant cut was chosen to maximize scintillation and to deliver a seamless play of light across the crown, while a slightly domed pavilion preserves depth and saturation. The 3.38 millimeter depth is ideal for settings that allow the table and crown to interact with directional light, producing flashes of icy blue and inky velvety tones that shift with every movement. Eye clean clarity means this sapphire will look pristine in hand, and excellent polish ensures the surface is pristine, which is crucial when set in a high exposure location such as a ring center or a pendant focal point. Because this stone originates from Ceylon, it carries the storied heritage of Sri Lankan sapphires, known for their luminous blue palette and crystalline transparency, which only increases its desirability for clients seeking a gem that is both beautiful and historically resonant. Owning a sapphire like this is to own a piece of that legacy, curated by The Natural Sapphire Company for those who prefer singular jewels that speak softly but convincingly.

When imagining this sapphire in a custom piece, consider combinations that elevate its vivid blue while maintaining an aura of exclusivity. Set as a solitaire in platinum or 18 karat white gold the sapphire will present a contemporary, gallery style that emphasizes color purity, while a low profile four or six prong setting will keep the table exposed to light, maximizing sparkle. For clients seeking contrast and a classical silhouette, surround the center with a halo of icy, high clarity diamonds, preferably small brilliant cut melee set in a tight halo, which will amp visual size and introduce an elegant sparkle that makes the blue appear even more saturated. For a warmer, more fashion forward statement, flank the sapphire with tapered baguette diamonds set in 18 karat rose gold, the faint warmth of the metal will create an enveloping contrast that makes the blue appear vivid and jewel like, ideal for an engagement ring that is both modern and romantic. For a truly bespoke creation for the collector who appreciates color harmony, consider pairing the central Ceylon sapphire with two smaller cornflower or light blue sapphires, creating a graduated three stone arrangement that plays on tonal variations, or introduce rare, small Burmese rubies or green emerald accents for an heirloom feel that exudes centuries old regal pairing. As a pendant the stone will sing when suspended from a platinum bezel that allows the crown to meet light directly, and a delicate pavé collar of micro diamonds will give the sensation that the blue floats within a crown of stars.

Opportunities to own such a refined gem are limited, and The Natural Sapphire Company curates each stone with an eye toward provenance, beauty, and longevity, so this 1.06 carat Ceylon sapphire is offered with bespoke design consultation for clients who wish to craft a one of a kind piece. We will guide you through metal choices, setting styles, and complementary stones, and we can produce CAD renders or hand sketched concepts that show how the sapphire will perform in its final mounting, because for a gem of this caliber seeing is believing. If you wish to join the small group of collectors and clients who invest in uniquely sourced sapphires, reach out to discuss how this stone can be transformed into an exclusive ring or pendant that will be passed down with pride, because rare sapphires do not simply belong to the present, they become family heirlooms that carry stories forward, and this gem is precisely the sort of treasure we compose with at The Natural Sapphire Company.