1.20 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent 1.20 carat round shape blue sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company is a refined example of what collectors and designers seek when quality matters. Measuring 5.88 x 5.88 x 4.03 mm, the gem combines an ideal size for a striking center stone with proportions that allow exceptional light return. The mixed brilliant cut blends the depth of a pavilion cut with the scintillation of a brilliant crown, yielding a lively play of fire and brilliance that outshines many commercially cut sapphires. Clarity is described as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which translates to an eye clean appearance that preserves both transparency and structural integrity. The vivid color intensity is true to the best Ceylon sapphires, presenting a saturated blue tone that remains neither too dark nor overly gray, while the excellent polish ensures mirror like facets and crisp facet junctions that maximize sparkle from every angle.

Compared to other sapphires on the market, this stone stands apart in several important ways. Mass market pieces often sacrifice cut precision and polish to save costs, producing a duller appearance despite similar carat weight. Lower clarity stones hide light and depth behind visible inclusions, and stones with poor polish scatter light inefficiently, resulting in muted life. In contrast, this Ceylon sapphire benefits from careful cutting and finishing that showcase its natural attributes rather than masking them. Origin matters in the market, and Ceylon Sri Lanka is celebrated for producing sapphires with lively, velvety blue hues and excellent saturation. Heat treatment is the enhancement used, a widely accepted and stable treatment that improves color and clarity without compromising the stone s durability. This combination of origin, treatment, and superior lapidary work places the gem in a higher tier of value and desirability for both bespoke jewelry and investment quality pieces.

The flawless feeling of this stone in hand translates directly into how it performs visually under real world wear. Because the sapphire is transparent and eye clean with a very very slightly included clarity grade, light passes through the pavilion and is reflected back by the polished facets, creating depth and scintillation that remain visible from every viewpoint. The mixed brilliant cut organizes those reflections into a balanced pattern, so the face up view shows even color distribution and lively sparkle, while the side profile reveals well proportioned faceting that maintains brightness rather than creating a dark window. The excellent polish contributes to a glassy surface that enhances color saturation at a glance and allows the stone to interact with ambient light in a way that many lesser stones cannot replicate. On the hand these qualities create a stone that commands attention without appearing garish, pairing the richness of vivid Ceylon blue with the elegant flash expected from a finely cut round brilliant form.

Choosing this sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company means opting for a gem that outperforms typical alternatives in quality, value, and presentation. At 1.20 carat, the stone offers a timeless scale for engagement rings and signature pendants, while its round shape and precise dimensions make it straightforward to set and pair with complementary diamonds or colored accent stones. The visible benefits of superior cut, eye clean clarity, vivid color, and excellent polish translate into long term satisfaction and resale confidence, because purchasers are investing in optical performance as much as carat weight. When compared to darker, more included, or poorly finished options, this Ceylon sapphire delivers a brighter, more balanced aesthetic and stronger market appeal. Our experience shows that gemstones like this create the most memorable jewelry because they look exceptional from every angle, and The Natural Sapphire Company stands behind the selection, description, and provenance to ensure that what you see in the photos and descriptions is what you will cherish for years to come.