1.37 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Across continents and through the corridors of time, sapphires have been symbols of authority, devotion, and refined taste. This Ceylon blue sapphire carries that lineage with effortless grace, a gem that speaks of ancient trade routes, royal treasuries, and the patient work of nature. Transparent and precisely fashioned into a classic oval shape, the stone weighs 1.37 carat and measures 7.14 x 5.78 x 4.16 mm, dimensions that combine presence with wearable elegance. The mixed brilliant cut gives the gem a modern interplay of depth and fire, while preserving the long cherished silhouette that has adorned signets and engagement jewels for generations. From the historic mines of Ceylon Sri Lanka, this sapphire is presented to connoisseurs without enhancement, a natural jewel whose intense color is the product of geology rather than human modification. Evaluated at eye level, the clarity is very slightly included, a testament to the stone semblance of purity that allows light to move freely through its body, and the polish is excellent, allowing each table and facet to return light with a crisp, velvety glow.

To the collector who values tradition alongside discernment, this sapphire is a rare opportunity. The intense color intensity that defines the stone is exactly the property that collectors and setters seek when looking for a centre stone that commands attention without overwhelming a design. The transparency and mixed brilliant cut create scintillation that flatters the hand at every angle, and the very slightly included clarity leaves the eye with an impression of clarity that suits both museum quality collections and elegantly restrained jewellery pieces. The lack of any enhancement elevates the piece into a different category, because unheated Ceylon sapphires have long been prized for their natural origin and their connection to storied sources. Such a stone complements classical settings rendered in platinum or warm yellow gold, and it can be paired with tapered baguette diamonds for a period inspired look, or set alone for a singular expression of ancient elegance. As part of a high end gemstone collection, this sapphire offers both immediate visual impact and the kind of pedigree that enhances a cabinet of rarities, standing comfortably next to antique gems, signed jewels, and bespoke pieces.

Provenance and stewardship matter to those who collect for legacy, and this sapphire arrives with the assurance that it is a natural, unenhanced gem from Ceylon Sri Lanka, presented by The Natural Sapphire Company, a house known for sourcing specimens that honor the earth and the craft of gem cutting. The Natural Sapphire Company supports the history of each stone with documentation, careful appraisal, and guidance on conservation, so that the piece may be enjoyed now and entrusted to future generations. Wearers will appreciate the sapphire resilience to daily life, its role as a symbol of fidelity and wisdom, and its ability to harmonize with period jewellery or to anchor a modern haute joaillerie commission. For the collector who seeks a sapphire that embodies classical heritage, geological authenticity, and refined optical performance, this transparent 1.37 carat Ceylon oval is an ideal addition, a gem that promises to deepen in narrative as it moves from hand to hand, from setting to setting, carrying with it the continuum of taste that defines a truly great collection.