1.22 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

At The Natural Sapphire Company, we take immense pride in offering gemstones that stand as true treasures of nature, reflecting both aesthetic brilliance and inherent value. Among our curated collection is a breathtaking blue sapphire, weighing in at 1.22 carats, which promises to captivate connoisseurs appreciative of exquisite gemstones. This transparent sapphire offers an alluring blend of brilliance and color, embodied within its oval shape of 7.61 x 6.29 x 3.42 mm dimensions. The precision of its mixed brilliant cut ensures an unrivaled sparkle, bringing to life the inherent beauty of this gemstone with each facet working harmoniously to reflect light in a manner that is nothing short of spectacular.

Carat weight is a crucial determinant in understanding the premium quality of gemstones, and at 1.22 carats, this blue sapphire falls within a cherished range that accentuates both its presence and grace when set in any jewelry piece. While larger sizes do have their allure, sapphires within the one to two carat bracket often strike a perfect balance between perceptible size and wearability. This ensures that you, as an esteemed buyer, derive substantial aesthetic value without compromising on practicality. Each carat unveils the painstaking time nature took to craft its richness, rendering this sapphire not only an element of beauty but also a piece of historical splendor.

The clarity of a sapphire significantly influences its desirability and market value. Graded as very slightly included, this sapphire makes an impeccable choice for those who seek perfection visible to the unaided eye. Under normal viewing, it flaunts a seamless clarity that allows its gentle depths to be explored without obstruction. These grade nuances, perhaps subtle to the untrained gaze, manifest as dramatic in enhancing the value in the eyes of a true gemstone aficionado. Just as an artist delivers a masterpiece with deliberate untouched brushwork, this sapphire boasts uninterrupted visual purity accentuated by impressively minute internal characteristics known only to skilled gemologists. This clarity underscores its sophistication and ensures it pleases not just the casual wearer, but the discerning buyer who acknowledges the disciplines of gem grading.

In addition to clarity and cut, color reigns supreme in attributing value to a sapphire. This stone boasts a medium intense color intensity which bestows upon it a saturated deep hue. The vibrancy of this blue sapphire reflects an optimal balance—it is neither overly dark to lose the intoxicating blue nor too light to diminish its majestic power. Its color is akin to the idyllic skies over the Indian Ocean, evoking a sense of serenity and depth with its every gleam. Such a medium, intense color bears testament to the ravishing beauty present only in pure natural sapphire, distinguishing itself effortlessly from synthetic options that often lack such nuanced balance. This makes your choice at The Natural Sapphire Company a justified and elegant acquisition.

Tracing the origins of our sapphire, it proudly hails from Ceylon, known today as Sri Lanka, celebrated globally for a rich heritage of mining some of the world’s finest sapphires. The island’s deposits have long been revered for producing gems that comply with remarkable standards of color and clarity. Owning a Ceylon sapphire—a marvel born in lush Ceylon mines—enhances the narrative of the stone, adding to its aura and making it an heirloom piece that perpetuates its owner’s storied lineage. The Ceylon origin substantiates our commitment at The Natural Sapphire Company to sourcing ethically and sustaining the legacy of master craftsmanship. Embrace this sapphire knowing it is backed not only by its aesthetical virtues but by a provenance rich in the type of integrity and historical pedigree traditional gem savants seek.