1.18 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

In the heart of a land where verdant forests sway to the rhythm of the monsoon and the air is imbued with the fragrance of exotic blooms, a treasure lay hidden beneath the earth's surface for millions of years. This natural wonder is a 1.18 carat round shape blue sapphire, a gemstone whose formation journey began long before human history was recorded. Buried within the ancient strata of Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka, the sapphire bore witness to eons of geological transformations. Underneath layers of earth, heat and pressure collaborated in an age-old ballet of nature to create the beginnings of what would become this remarkable gem.

The island of Ceylon, renowned as the "Jewel Box of the Indian Ocean," provides the perfect cradle for such gemstones, with an abundance of corundum deposits imbued with rich elements unique to this region. Here, veins of mineral-rich rock eroded over time, revealing the raw potential of the sapphire. As our azure gem lay nestled within the womb of the planet, the push and pull of tectonic forces and volcanic activity spurred its existence forward, infusing it with a vivid color intensity that mirrors the endless skies above the island. This hue set our sapphire apart, granting it not just beauty but a vivid glow that calls to mind the serene depths of the ocean.

Once unearthed, the sapphire made a remarkable transformation from its natural raw state to a scintillating gemstone. Skilled artisans in pursuit of perfection carved its mixed brilliant cut, bringing forward facets with an excellent polish that captures and plays with light effortlessly. These dimensionally precise cuts mirror the constellations far above, only amplified and brought down to the illustration of this singular stone. At The Natural Sapphire Company, we take great pride in tracing the unique journey of each gemstone. Such dedication ensures that each sapphire, like this one, carries the legacy of its origin. The slight inclusions tell stories of its millions-of-years-long adventure, adding rather than detracting from its allure. Each facet is more than just a polished surface. It's an embodiment of the gem’s ancient saga and intrinsic beauty. Envision our sapphire being set into a piece of bespoke jewelry, allowing the owner to carry a piece of Earth’s history with them. Thus, the endless tale of how nature herself has crafted such a treasure continues, woven into the fabric of modern aesthetics, yet timeless and enduring.