1.23 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 1.23 carat oval blue sapphire, measuring 7.23 x 5.24 x 3.84 mm, has been cut to a mixed brilliant design to balance brilliance and color saturation. The crown displays true brilliant faceting to maximize return from the table and upper facets, while the pavilion employs modified step and kite facets to enhance depth and create a lively interplay of flashes when the stone moves. The mixed brilliant geometry also helps to concentrate the sapphire's medium color intensity towards the table, giving the visible face a pleasing, evenly distributed Ceylon blue tone. Clarity is graded slightly included, evaluated at eye level, with natural internal features that are modest in size and well positioned relative to the facet architecture, minimizing their impact on overall transparency. The piece has an excellent polish, which sharpens facet junctions and increases the contrast between light and dark areas for crisp scintillation. The sapphire is heat treated, a stable and industry standard enhancement that has been applied to optimize hue and remove brownish zoning, while the provenance is Ceylon, Sri Lanka, known for producing sapphires with a characteristic bright, medium blue color.

As an item from The Natural Sapphire Company this sapphire is presented as a highly versatile gemstone suited to both casual and formal settings, its size and proportions making it ideal as a center for a refined everyday ring or as a striking pendant or pair of earrings for special occasions. The 7.23 by 5.24 mm oval sits proportionally on a standard finger, offering an elegant visual footprint without overwhelming a design, and the mixed brilliant cut gives lively performance under both daylight and artificial lighting used in evening events. For durability and to protect the slightly included areas, secure prong settings with head designs that align with the longer oval axis or low profile bezels will both work, the former maximizing light entry and the latter increasing protection for daily wear. Metal choices such as platinum or white gold will emphasize the cooler blue tones, while yellow gold can add warmth and contrast. If you require bespoke mounting, matching stones, or guidance on orientation and setting style to optimize appearance and durability, The Natural Sapphire Company can advise on design options and provide viewing under controlled light to confirm the stone meets your expectations.