1.45 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 1.45 carat cushion shape blue sapphire from Ceylon Sri Lanka is a rare example of natural beauty and thoughtful cutting, offered by The Natural Sapphire Company. Measuring 6.99 x 6.97 x 3.78 mm, the stone presents a perfect balance of presence and versatility for a variety of settings. Its mixed brilliant cut unites the scintillation of modern faceting with the soft, rounded silhouette of a classic cushion, and the excellent polish ensures each facet returns light with clarity and life. Evaluated at eye level as very slightly included, the clarity allows the gem to remain transparent and lively, while its medium light color intensity delivers that delicate, refined blue for which Ceylon sapphires are famed. Most buyers compare sapphires on a scale that weighs color, clarity, cut, and treatment, and this gem stands apart because it is free from enhancement, a distinction that matters greatly when assessing authenticity and long term stability. Where many market offerings have been heat treated to intensify color, this sapphire retains its natural state, a trait that collectors and discerning buyers recognize as a true marker of value and provenance.

Compared to the broader market, this unenhanced Ceylon sapphire offers significant advantages in both aesthetic value and long term desirability. Heat treated stones can present vivid color initially, but they may lack the nuanced depth and the story that natural, untreated stones convey. Lower grade commercial sapphires may hide more inclusions or exhibit uneven color zoning, reducing their appeal once set and viewed under everyday light. By contrast, the mixed brilliant cut of this cushion sapphire maximizes light return, creating a lively and consistent face up appearance that rivals stones of larger carat weight when set in a well designed jewelry piece. The medium light tone sits in a sweet spot between pale and deep, providing an airy, elegant blue that complements a wide range of metals and design styles, and the modest depth of 3.78 mm helps the gem lay beautifully in rings or pendants without appearing bulky. Durability is another market advantage, because sapphire ranks nine on the Mohs scale, second only to diamond in common gem use, making this gem suitable for daily wear and for pieces intended to be handed down through generations.

The potential of this sapphire to become a generational heirloom is strong, and several concrete reasons set it apart as an heirloom choice. First, its natural, unenhanced origin establishes an authentic provenance that future generations will appreciate. Stones that have not been treated retain their character and value more reliably over decades, and connoisseurs often prize untreated Ceylon sapphires for their authentic color palette. Second, the combination of cushion shape and mixed brilliant cut gives the gem a timeless appeal that bridges vintage and contemporary tastes, ensuring it will feel relevant as trends shift. Third, the clarity and excellent polish mean the gem will continue to shine with minimal risk of appearing dated or worn, and its structural integrity as corundum assures resilience against everyday wear. At The Natural Sapphire Company we document origin and treatment status, which adds confidence for inheritance and future appraisal, and our team can help design classic settings such as four prong or bezel mounts that both protect the stone and highlight its luminous blue. Finally, the size at 1.45 carat is ideal for a focal ring or a pendant that can be reimagined by later generations, while dimensions of 6.99 x 6.97 x 3.78 mm make it straightforward to reframe into different styles as family tastes evolve.

Choosing this Ceylon sapphire through The Natural Sapphire Company means selecting a gemstone that not only outperforms many market options in natural beauty and craftsmanship, but also carries the practical qualities that make it suited to long term ownership and legacy. Its unenhanced nature, pleasing medium light color, elegant cushion form, and excellent polish collectively offer an enduring centerpiece that will retain emotional and monetary value through generations. For customers seeking a stone that tells a story, that wears beautifully every day, and that can be adapted by future heirs, this sapphire represents a superior choice, and our team is ready to assist with certification, setting advice, and customization to ensure it becomes a treasured family heirloom.