1.28 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exceptional Ceylon sapphire is a rare whisper of the sea and sky, held for the discerning few who value provenance and purity. Presented by The Natural Sapphire Company, this transparent 1.28 carat round sapphire measures 6.27 by 6.30 by 3.95 mm, and it is offered as a one of a kind gem with no enhancement. Its origin in Ceylon Sri Lanka speaks to a heritage of centuries old gem cutting and a reputation for sapphires that favor clarity and lively brightness. The mixed brilliant cut and excellent polish have been applied with bespoke precision to maximize visual appeal, yielding a stone that reads as both classic and contemporary. For collectors and connoisseurs seeking rarity, this sapphire is a private selection that will not often reappear in this exact combination of size, cut, clarity and unheated origin, a true invitation to own something singular and refined.

To the eye this sapphire reads as light and luminous, a very light color intensity that lets light pass through with remarkable freedom. Its clarity grade is very slightly included evaluated at eye level, which means the gem presents as predominantly clean and serene when worn or reviewed without magnification. The mixed brilliant cut cultivates a lively internal dance of facets, creating distinct flashes of white light and soft blue flashes as the stone moves. Thanks to the excellent polish, those flashes are crisp and immediate, with clean facet junctions that allow maximum light return. Where deeper, more saturated sapphires present a velvety depth, this Ceylon stone offers a brighter, airier personality, one that favors scintillation and a fresh, almost ethereal presence on the hand or in a bespoke setting.

When comparing reflective qualities to other gemstones in the sapphire family and to similar blue stones, this Ceylon gem occupies a distinctive niche. Its mixed brilliant cut optimizes brilliance and scintillation in a way that many traditional step cuts or simple brilliant cuts cannot, delivering more lively sparkle than a typical old mine or cabochon cut sapphire of comparable weight. Against heavily saturated sapphires from regions like Burma or stones with deep cornflower or royal saturation, this stone returns more light and offers a more lively surface play, whereas those richer tones tend to exhibit greater color depth at the expense of sheer brightness. Compared to heat treated sapphires that have been altered to intensify color, the unheated nature of this gem preserves a natural light behavior that collectors prize, with a softer, layered reflective quality that feels more organic and less homogenous. Compared to other blue gems such as spinel or tanzanite, this sapphire shows a steadier, corundum specific sparkle with less pleochroic shifting than tanzanite, and greater refractive vigor than most spinels in similar tones, resulting in an unmistakable sapphire signature that balances brilliance and body color with poise.

For the patron assembling a bespoke piece for life moments, this 1.28 carat Ceylon sapphire offers rare possibilities. Its very light color intensity and mixed brilliant cut suit settings that emphasize light, such as a solitaire in white gold or platinum to enhance cool tones, or a delicate halo design that amplifies its scintillation without overshadowing its unheated origin. Given the rarity of unenhanced Ceylon stones with these exact measurements and an excellent polish, The Natural Sapphire Company presents this gem as part of a select offering, intended for those who value authenticity and a quietly exclusive provenance. If you seek a sapphire that reads as refined and luminous rather than loud and saturated, this stone is a private inheritance waiting to be designed into a personal heirloom. Contact us to begin a bespoke setting conversation, and allow our team to guide you through the rare opportunity to own a sapphire of such natural character and restrained brilliance.