1.25 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the moment you see this exceptional blue sapphire, you feel the echo of centuries of reverence and tradition, a sense that this stone belongs to a lineage of jewels that has graced crowns, reliquaries, and ceremonial rings across continents. Mined in the famed terrains of Ceylon, Sri Lanka, this sapphire carries the legacy of one of the oldest and most celebrated sources of fine corundum, a place that for millennia has been synonymous with vivid blue gemstones that speak of purity, protection, and noble taste. At The Natural Sapphire Company we curate gemstones with that storied past in mind, offering this transparent, emerald cut sapphire as a modern heirloom that connects the wearer to the hands and hearts of artisans and collectors from ages past. The emerald cut, with its clean planes and step facets, recalls classical tastes, evoking the quiet elegance of neoclassical jewelry and the measured restraint of antique settings where light and depth were preferred to flamboyant sparkle alone.

This sapphire is a refined specimen in both dimension and character, weighing 1.25 carat, measuring 7.03 by 5.10 by 3.18 millimeters, and fashioned in an emerald cut that accentuates its clarity and color. Evaluated at eye level, the stone is eye clean, offering a transparent window into a rich, intense blue that holds its saturation across the table and the pavilion. The intense color intensity communicates a depth and presence that has long been associated with regal and talismanic use, while the excellent polish ensures that each step facet offers precise light return and graceful flashes of hue. The stone has undergone thoughtful enhancement by heat treatment, a time honored and widely accepted method that brings out the inherent beauty of Ceylon sapphires without altering their natural character. This treatment, when combined with the gemological qualities already present in the rough, produces a gem that is both visually striking and historically consistent with the stones that were favored by monarchs and clerics, by merchants and explorers, throughout recorded history.

To place this sapphire into a setting is to continue a story that began in the alluvial fields and rocky hillsides of Sri Lanka, crafted through human skill into a gem that will be worn and treasured. The emerald cut lends itself to classic, architectural settings, where a simple platinum or yellow gold bezel can emphasize the stone's linear beauty, or where delicate filigree can nod to Victorian sensibilities without overwhelming the gem. Such a design makes this sapphire perfect for those who value continuity, for couples seeking a ring that honors tradition, and for collectors who appreciate a gem whose provenance and qualities align with centuries of preference for cool, enduring blue. As with the sapphires once carried by pilgrims and worn by rulers as symbols of wisdom and protection, this stone is well suited to be passed down through generations, acquiring layers of personal history that enhance its value beyond the material.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we understand the resonance of provenance, cut, and treatment, and we present this Ceylon sapphire with full knowledge of its heritage and potential. Our team can advise on settings that honor the stone s classic temperament, and we can provide guidance on care that will preserve its polish and color for decades, ensuring that the jewel remains as luminous for descendants as it is today. Owning this emerald cut sapphire is to hold a piece of Ceylon s long gemstone tradition, refined by contemporary lapidary skill, a tangible link between ancient courts and modern lives, a companion for ceremonies and daily wear alike, and a quiet, enduring emblem of history and timeless taste.