1.13 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Introducing a stunning embodiment of nature's artistry, the transparent 1.13-carat cushion-shaped blue sapphire offered by The Natural Sapphire Company. This exquisite gem, with its precise dimensions of 5.86 x 4.97 x 4.39 mm, showcases the harmony between nature's creation and human craftsmanship. Its captivating beauty is further enhanced by a mixed brilliant cut, a technique skillfully employed to illuminate its inherent properties of light reflection. The cut of a gemstone is pivotal in augmenting its aesthetic appeal, as it determines the stone's brilliance and offers a visual delight to its beholder.

The mixed brilliant cut of this sapphire is a testament to expert gem-cutting techniques which accentuate its ability to reflect light in a mesmerizing manner. By combining step-cut facets at the pavilion with brilliant-cut facets on the crown, a mixed cut amplifies the stone's ability to capture and refract light. This brings to life a scintillating play of colors that shimmers with every movement. The cushion shape particular to this sapphire echoes a classic elegance, while its brilliance delivers a fiery sparkle enhancing its overall glamour. In essence, it performs the magical feat of amplifying the natural saturation and depth of its rich blue hue.

Understanding gemstone grading is integral when appreciating the quality and value of this sapphire. With a clarity grade of slightly included, evaluated at eye level, Minute inclusions exist within the stone. Yet they do not detract from its beauty, often serving as a testament to its natural origins, adding character and uniqueness. Moreover, the sapphire's intense color intensity is a significant factor in its desirability and value. This sapphire boasts a vibrant blue surpassing the norm, rendering it not just a gem but a rare spectacle. Each facet reflects its regal hue, resulting in a deep, rich blue that conveys sophistication in every angle.

Here, the polish merits particular attention and reflects a meticulous finishing touch. An excellent polish endows the sapphire with a surface that's smooth, lustrous, and mirrors its light-perfectly judiciously cut and polished, the stone demonstrates just how light, when merging with expert cut facets and a flawless finish, breathes life into the sapphire's sapient depths. Such brilliance achieved through exceptional polish offers an immersive visual encounter, an inimitable spectacle that marks it as an exceptional treasure in any astute collection.

Originating from Ceylon (Sri Lanka), a region revered for its sapphire treasures, this gemstone carries a legacy etched into its very essence. Ceylon sapphires have been celebrated for their stunning clarity and vibrant colors, attributes that are evidently present in this particular sapphire. The Natural Sapphire Company prides itself on sourcing gemstones from origins whose natural geology yields some of the most remarkable stones on the planet. By doing so, each gemstone, like this sapphire, becomes inherently steeped in the rich historical narrative and geological prestige intrinsic to its birthplace. Thus, this sapphire represents not just a piece of jewelry, but a part of a storied tradition dating back centuries.