1.14 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This pear shape blue sapphire weighs 1.14 carats, and measures 7.29 x 5.05 x 3.87 mm, and is fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut to balance scintillation and overall light return, and the transparency is excellent, while the clarity is noted as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating minimal internal features that do not materially affect the gem's visual performance, the color displays a light intensity that reads as a delicate, cool blue, and the surface finish is described as excellent polish, the stone has been heat treated, a standard and stable enhancement that improves color and clarity without compromising durability, the overall presentation is refined and well suited for creating understated, elegant settings where the pear outline can emphasize length and finger presence.

The origin of this sapphire is Ceylon, Sri Lanka, and that provenance carries particular significance, Ceylon sapphires are historically renowned for their attractive, often lighter and more luminous blue tones, and collectors and connoisseurs value material from this region for its combination of color characteristics and transparency, trace elements and the local crystal growth environment in Sri Lanka tend to produce sapphires with clear, bright hues and lively internal structures, these geological and historical factors contribute to both aesthetic desirability and market recognition, The Natural Sapphire Company documents and discloses origin when available, and confirmed Ceylon provenance can add value through enhanced demand, well established trade recognition, and the appeal of owning a gem with a traceable and respected source, as a gem that is both durable and versatile, this sapphire is appropriate for everyday wear in rings or as a refined centerpiece in pendants, and its moderate size and pear shape offer practical design flexibility while retaining the character associated with Ceylon material, the combination of measured specifications, careful cutting, transparent appearance, and confirmed Sri Lankan origin provide a clear, objective basis for assessment and comparison when considering this stone for a bespoke project or an investment grade addition to a curated collection.