1.16 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There are gemstones that adorn and there are gemstones that define, and this exquisite transparent sapphire, offered by The Natural Sapphire Company, belongs unmistakably to the latter category. We present a 1.16 carat oval shape blue sapphire, measured precisely at 6.97 x 4.91 x 3.58 mm, a compact yet compelling presence that balances wearable intimacy with the unmistakable presence of a true collector stone. Originating from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a cradle of legendary sapphires, this gem carries the heritage of a storied landscape in its heart. Its intense color intensity captivates at first glance, a saturated, velvety blue that speaks of depth rather than mere surface tone, and an excellent polish that allows its surface to act as a mirror for light. Evaluated at eye level with a clarity grade of slightly included, the inclusions are part of its natural character, visible upon careful inspection yet not detracting from the gem s luminous authority. The sapphire has been heat treated, a traditional enhancement that stabilizes and enriches its hue, a widely accepted refinement that preserves the gem s integrity while amplifying its natural beauty.

The architecture of this stone is where art meets optics, the mixed brilliant cut fashioned to orchestrate light with mathematical precision. The crown carries brilliant facets that scatter light into scintillating flashes, while the pavilion s complementary geometry channels return light in steady beams, together creating a scintillation that is both lively and noble. What the eye perceives as play is the result of exacting geometry, every facet plane aligned to capture and redirect light, to make the sapphire glow from within rather than merely reflect from the surface. This dance of light reveals different layers of blue as the stone is turned, from a deep oceanic core to lighter, more ethereal cornflower tones at the edges, a subtle gradation that only expert cutting and superior material can achieve. The oval profile is elongated and elegant, a shape that flatters the hand and neck, offering a broad table for maximal face up color while the mixed cut ensures brilliance and depth. The excellent polish enhances this effect, every facet edge refined to produce crisp light returns and a satiny touch that is sensual under the fingers and persuasive under a loupe.

Owning this sapphire is a declaration of refined taste and considered acquisition, an object of desire that speaks to a life filled with discernment and curated elegance. The Natural Sapphire Company offers more than a single stone, we offer provenance, expert assessment, and a relationship to craftsmanship that transforms a mineral specimen into an heirloom. Imagine this 1.16 carat oval set in a simple platinum bezel to accentuate its pure color, or embraced by a halo of petite white diamonds to heighten its radiance, each design choice amplifying a different facet of its personality. The slight inclusions that attest to its natural origin serve as small signatures of the earth, reassuring the connoisseur that they hold a unique creation rather than a mass produced uniformity. The heat treatment is disclosed so that every client may appreciate the honest disclosure and the responsible enhancement that respects both the market and the tradition of gemcraft.

For the collector who demands both rarity and refinement, this Ceylon sapphire promises to become a centerpiece of a distinguished collection, a daily companion that elevates simple gestures into statements. The gem s measured proportions, its mixed brilliant geometry, its intense color, and its excellent polish converge to create an object that is not merely worn, but owned with intent. At The Natural Sapphire Company we steward such stones with meticulous care, ensuring that each aspect from carat weight to cut to origin is communicated with clarity, so that the final purchase is as much an affirmation of taste as it is an investment in beauty. This sapphire is ready to be set, admired, and passed down, a compact capsule of the earth s rarest poetry that fits comfortably in the palm and forever in the story of the person who chooses it.