1.28 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the ancient, weathered hills of Ceylon, where monsoon rains and time have worked together to coax color from the earth, this sapphire began its journey. Concealed within alluvial gravels and lifted by patient hands, rough crystals are sorted by experienced eyes, and the most promising stones are set aside for further transformation. In Sri Lanka, sapphires have been treasured for millennia, woven into the fabric of local lore and international trade, and the stone you hold comes from that living tradition. At The Natural Sapphire Company we are proud to trace this gem back to its birthplace while honoring the generations of miners and local communities who guided it to the surface. The result is one beautiful transparent 1.28 carat round shape blue sapphire, showing the calm depth and clarity that can only come from a Ceylon origin, presented with precise dimensions of 6.73 by 6.74 by 3.63 mm.

Once selected, the rough sapphire entered the hands of master cutters, artisans who balance science and intuition to reveal the best in each crystal. This stone was fashioned into a mixed brilliant cut, a style that preserves the sapphire’s weight while maximizing its fire and scintillation, allowing light to dance through its facets with a lively, modern brilliance. At eye level this gem is graded as very slightly included, a clarity that speaks to its natural authenticity and offers a rarity of character without distracting imperfections. Its intense color intensity is the immediate emotion it gives, a vivid blue that reads as both regal and intimate, and an excellent polish completes the work, every facet smoothed so the color can sing without interruption. Enhancement by heat treatment has been carefully applied, a traditional and widely accepted practice that stabilizes and deepens the stone’s inherent hue, ensuring that the sapphire you give will wear beautifully for generations.

Imagine presenting this sapphire as a gift, its story folded into the moment when the box opens, the light catching every facet as a soft gasp escapes. For an anniversary, an engagement, a milestone birthday, or a gesture meant to mark a turning point, this gem will command attention while whispering of history, craft, and devotion. When set in a simple bezel, the round proportions and the precise 6.73 by 6.74 by 3.63 mm dimensions speak to restrained elegance, and when set with accent diamonds the mixed brilliant cut throws a constellation of light that compliments a loved one’s smile. We at The Natural Sapphire Company select and certify each stone so that what you give is not only beautiful, but responsibly sourced and expertly presented. This sapphire is meant to become an heirloom, a tangible link between past and future, a piece that will be worn, admired, and treasured for its story as much as for its beauty. If you would like guidance on settings that honor the gem’s origin and maximize its brilliance, we will help you choose a design that transforms this striking stone into a personal, unforgettable gift.