1.33 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exceptional Ceylon blue sapphire is an invitation to join a rare and select circle of owners who appreciate the finest natural gemstones, it is a transparent round sapphire weighing 1.33 carat with precise dimensions of 6.21 x 6.17 x 4.06 mm, it has been masterfully fashioned into a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes sparkle while preserving weight and presence, its clarity is eye clean when viewed at eye level, it displays vivid color intensity that reads as a pure, saturated blue under natural light, and it is finished with an excellent polish that gives every facet a crisp, reflective edge, this sapphire has been responsibly heat treated to enhance stability and color uniformity, and its origin is the illustrious gem fields of Ceylon Sri Lanka, The Natural Sapphire Company presents this stone as a singular opportunity to own a true Sri Lankan sapphire that combines classic heritage with modern cut precision.

When you place this stone beside sapphires from other famous localities you begin to appreciate its unique hue and tone, compared with famed Kashmir sapphires known for their velvety cornflower blue with a soft silkiness and medium to strong tone, this Ceylon gem leans toward a livelier and more brilliant blue that sings with clarity rather than veil, compared with Burmese sapphires that often show a deep, regal blue with slightly cooler undertones, this Ceylon sapphire emphasizes brightness and a more open, vivid character that delivers immediate visual impact, compared with Australian sapphires which are frequently darker and exhibit inky blue to greenish blue tones, this stone is decidedly brighter and more transparent, compared with Madagascan sapphires that can offer rich saturation but sometimes carry a slightly darker tone or hints of violet, this Sri Lankan gem remains distinctly crisp and pure in its blue, and compared with Thai and Cambodian sapphires that often present a strong, deep, almost midnight blue intensity, the Ceylon hue reads as more lively and lively yet still fully saturated, the mixed brilliant cut in this piece plays a pivotal role in these distinctions, it opens the stone to light and returns that light as scintillation and depth, so the blue reads both vivid and alive rather than heavy or muted, the balanced tone is neither overly dark nor pastel, it is a vivid medium to strong tone that offers maximum versatility for settings where the color can be seen and admired under a variety of lighting conditions.

Owning a gem like this means securing a jewel that stands apart from the crowd, there are few opportunities to acquire a Ceylon sapphire of this size and eye clean clarity with such vivid color and excellent polish, at The Natural Sapphire Company we source and curate stones of provenance and quality, this gem is ideal for a bespoke engagement ring where the mixed brilliant cut will refract light into every movement, it will also thrive in a refined pendant or a cultured cocktail ring that lets the blue command attention, collectors will appreciate its rarity as a properly documented Sri Lankan stone that shows the hallmark Ceylon brightness rather than the darker or more velvety expressions of other famed locales, heat treatment is a widely accepted and stable enhancement for sapphires and in this instance it has been applied to present the stone at its most beautiful and enduring color, our gemologists can provide individual advice on metal choices and setting styles that will either emphasize the vivid blue or create contrast for a dramatic effect, this sapphire is presented as a limited and singular offering, it is the kind of gem that quietly confers distinction on its owner, if you wish to reserve this piece or require additional images or lighting views, The Natural Sapphire Company stands ready to assist with concierge level service to ensure this rare Ceylon blue sapphire becomes a treasured part of your collection.