1.30 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This blue sapphire arrives into view as a transparent 1.30 carat emerald cut shape stone, measured precisely at 7.02 x 5.04 x 3.62 mm, faceted and finished to accentuate its structural clarity. The stone exhibits intense color intensity, a deep and lively blue that maintains saturation across the table and through the step facets of the emerald cut. Clarity is graded as very slightly included evaluated at eye level, indicating only minor internal characteristics that do not distract from the gem when worn. The finish is an excellent polish, the facets meeting crisply and reflecting light with a controlled, elegant brilliance. Enhancement by heat treated methods has been applied in accordance with common and accepted gemological practice to stabilize and enrich tone and saturation, while the origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a historic and well regarded source for sapphires. The Natural Sapphire Company records for this stone capture these specifics, ensuring that the gem is represented with technical accuracy and documented provenance.

The journey began in Sri Lanka, where sapphire gravels and secondary deposits have produced notable material for centuries. In the field the rough crystal was identified by experienced local samplers who look for color and crystal habit within the matrix of alluvial gravels. The rough itself presented sufficient color and clarity to merit recovery and further investment in cutting. From the moment of extraction the material passed through a chain of custody that included initial sorting, cleaning, and an early stage visual assessment to determine potential cutting strategies. At this stage the decision to pursue an emerald cut shape was influenced by the crystal geometry and the desire to maximize weight retention while presenting the stone as a clean and elegant faceted gem. These early decisions preserved the best aspects of the rough, and they informed the subsequent trimming and orientation that would allow the final faceted proportions to deliver even color distribution and optical balance.

Cutting and finishing were executed by cutters with specific experience in step cut sapphire work. The emerald cut was selected to emphasize the stone s transparency and depth of color, while the faceted step arrangement creates a field of parallel facets that highlight the sapphire s internal tone and clarity. Dimensions were targeted to yield a balanced profile, and the final measurements of 7.02 x 5.04 x 3.62 mm reflect a careful compromise between retaining carat weight and producing well formed proportions. During the cutting process inclusions were managed through facet placement, achieving a clarity grade of very slightly included evaluated at eye level, while minimizing the appearance of any internal features when viewed in standard viewing positions. The heat treated enhancement was applied under controlled conditions to improve chroma and remove certain internal color inconsistencies when present, a technique widely used across the trade to stabilize and enhance natural color. After heating the stone underwent sequential cleaning, pre polishing, and a final excellent polish to ensure facet junctions are precise and surface finish is uniform, producing the calm, satiny reflections and the strong, even color typical of a fine Ceylon sapphire.

When the stone reached market preparation the focus shifted to transparent documentation and quality control. The Natural Sapphire Company recorded the stone s carat weight, its precise dimensions, the cutting style and faceting approach, the clarity grade of very slightly included evaluated at eye level, the heat treated enhancement status, and the geographic origin of Ceylon Sri Lanka. High resolution imaging and standardized lighting were used to capture the stone s color and clarity for accurate representation. Each step of the chain from miner to cutter to market was documented to support provenance claims and to provide customers with a clear technical narrative of the gemstone s journey. In the showroom or in a custom design context this blue sapphire presents as a measured and considered choice, suitable for settings that favor architectural lines and a refined color statement. The Natural Sapphire Company maintains inventory and grading records to ensure that the stone s history is preserved alongside its physical specifications, offering a clear account of how a transparent rough from Sri Lankan gravels became a 1.30 carat, emerald cut, faceted blue sapphire with dimensions of 7.02 x 5.04 x 3.62 mm, intense color intensity, very slightly included clarity evaluated at eye level, excellent polish, and heat treated enhancement.