1.16 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

A single gemstone can transform an accessory into an heirloom, and this exquisite, transparent blue sapphire does so with an authority that is at once understated and undeniable. We present a meticulously faceted, round shape sapphire weighing 1.16 carats, measuring 5.97 by 5.98 by 4.04 millimeters, cut in a mixed brilliant style to maximize fire and depth. Its vivid color intensity captures the rare, saturated blue that connoisseurs seek, while an excellent polish creates a silky surface that mirrors and returns light with pure elegance. Evaluated at eye level, the clarity is graded as very very slightly included, which confirms the gem is virtually eye clean and allows the color to dominate the visual experience. Enhanced by careful heat treatment to refine and stabilize its hue, this stone represents the harmony of natural formation and expert lapidary care, a jewel that is at once authentic and perfected.

The provenance of this sapphire is as important as its physical beauty, and the island of Ceylon, known today as Sri Lanka, has a storied history that magnifies the gem’s allure. Ceylon sapphires have been treasured for centuries for their uniquely vivid, cornflower and royal blue tones, their crystalline clarity, and their ability to carry color with a luminous, almost electric quality. Sapphires from this region owe their distinction to ancient geological conditions that produced a rare combination of trace elements and structural clarity, and collectors and jewelers worldwide value the consistent and desirable tones that Ceylon stones impart. Owning a sapphire with confirmed Ceylon origin is therefore more than a preference, it is an association with a legacy of refinement, and The Natural Sapphire Company is proud to present a gem whose birthplace contributes materially to its desirability and market value.

Beyond origin, the gem’s cut and finish are fundamental to its performative beauty, and this round mixed brilliant cut has been executed to emphasize both brilliance and color. The mixed brilliant faceting brings forward scintillation and lively flashes, while the pavilion and crown relationships have been balanced to allow the vivid blue to saturate the eye without becoming inky or flat. The excellent polish ensures that each facet boundary is crisp and that light passes through and refracts with minimal obstruction. The clarity grade, described as very very slightly included when viewed at eye level, speaks to the gem’s purity in everyday wear, while any inclusions that do exist are minute, natural signatures that confirm the stone’s origin and authenticity. The enhancement through heat treatment is a carefully controlled, widely accepted practice in fine gemology, used to intensify and stabilize color without compromising structural integrity, and disclosed here in full as a mark of transparency and trust.

To wear this sapphire is to make a statement about cultivated taste and quiet confidence, a badge of accomplishment that is both personal and publicly admired. Set into a classic solitaire, a cathedral mounting, or an inventive bespoke design, the stone’s 1.16 carat presence provides a perfect balance of visibility and understatement, suited to those who favor refined elegance over ostentation. Its dimensions and cut make it adaptable to a variety of settings, ensuring that the gem will sit securely yet radiantly, catching light and attention with every movement. For the collector, it is a piece that complements a curated wardrobe of rare objects, and for the wearer seeking a meaningful gift or an engagement symbol, it offers a narrative of heritage, craft, and deliberate selection.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we steward each gem with the same reverence with which it was formed, offering expert guidance on setting, care, and long term value. This Ceylon sapphire, with its vivid color intensity, excellent polish, mixed brilliant cut, and very very slightly included clarity at eye level, embodies the rare confluence of geological fortune and human artistry. It is more than a jewel, it is an achievement you may pass through generations, a compact testament to discerning taste and enduring quality. For those who wish to claim a gemstone that speaks of provenance and prestige, this sapphire stands ready to become the centerpiece of a new family story.