1.60 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

A singular treasure awaits the collector who understands the rare marriage of provenance and purity, a 1.60 carat round blue sapphire from Ceylon Sri Lanka offered by The Natural Sapphire Company, dimensions 7.08 x 7.03 x 4.06 mm, mixed brilliant cut, transparent, eye clean at eye level, dark color intensity, excellent polish, no enhancement. This is not a stone that arrived through mass channels, it is a carefully selected gem that carries the quiet authority of unaltered origin, a piece for those who seek not only beauty but authenticity. The mixed brilliant cut has been chosen to balance maximum light return with the rich, velvety depth of a true Ceylon blue, creating a visual presence that compensates for its compact size with a grandeur that feels larger than the millimeters on a scale. Owning this sapphire is an invitation to an exclusive circle, a statement that you prefer stones that have been left to their natural consequence, rather than chemically coaxed into a color.

In the realm of reflective qualities this sapphire performs with a confidence that is uniquely corundum, its refractive index producing a lively internal reflection that reads as a deep, luminous blue rather than dispersing into spectral fire. Compared with other sapphires you will find from varied origins, this gem sits apart, combining Ceylon clarity with a darker intensity that delivers concentrated flashes and scintillation, rather than the pale cornflower radiance frequently associated with Sri Lankan material. Against Kashmir sapphires it offers a more saturated tone and greater contrast in facet reflections, while against Burmese sapphires it provides a cooler, more reserved blue that reads as elegant and refined. When placed next to blue spinel or blue topaz the difference in reflective character is clear, spinel can appear lively but lacks the same depth of color saturation, and topaz, with a lower refractive index, returns light with a flatter brilliance. This sapphire returns light with a layered complexity that favors depth and movement, the mixed brilliant cut amplifying its internal dance.

The eye clean clarity and excellent polish are critical to how this sapphire communicates light, every facet acting as a mirror that contributes to a composed but dynamic visual story. In direct daylight the stone reveals deep planes of sapphire blue with bright facet flashes that pulse as the gem moves, while in softer incandescent or evening light the deep tone becomes more enveloping, a rich cloak of blue that hints at hidden luminosity. Because it is unenhanced the viewer experiences the stone exactly as it formed, a trait that connoisseurs prize and that collectors know is increasingly scarce. The mixed brilliant cut ensures that light is channeled back toward the viewer in lively scintillation, yet the overall feel remains sumptuous rather than theatrical, a quality that distinguishes it from stones cut solely for maximum sparkle. For those comparing reflective qualities within its category, this sapphire offers a refined balance, delivering both the saturated color that signifies weighty presence, and the internal brightness that keeps the gem animated on the finger or under light.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we curate sapphires in a way that respects the stone and the individual who will wear it, and this Ceylon blue is offered with that same stewardship in mind. Pieces like this, unheated and eye clean with excellent polish, are limited in availability, marking ownership as a privilege reserved for a select few who understand provenance, optical harmony, and enduring style. Consider this gem in a setting that allows light to enter freely, open prong styles or a subtle halo will elevate the mixed brilliant cut reflections while preserving the stone as the central focus. For the collector seeking a conversation piece that reads as both classic and singular, this sapphire delivers a rare convergence of origin, clarity, and cut, a gem that will be admired now and treasured across generations. Contact The Natural Sapphire Company to view the stone, discuss bespoke mounting options, and secure this exceptional Ceylon sapphire for a discerning collection.