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1.66 Ct. Greenish Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
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Item ID: | B14618 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 7.38 Width: 7.73 Height: 4.25 |
Weight: | 1.66 Ct. |
Color: help | Greenish Blue |
Color intensity: help | Dark |
Clarity: help | Eye Clean |
Shape: help | Fancy |
Cut: | Step Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Ceylon (Sri Lanka) |
Per carat price: help | $990 |
Nestled deep within the lush landscapes of Sri Lanka, a gemstone forms over millions of years, its journey culminating in a sapphire of exceptional stature: a greenish-blue marvel weighing 1.66 carats. Intricately cut into a fancy shape, its dimensions of 7.38 by 7.73 by 4.25 mm further enhance its allure. This sapphire embodies the enchanting mysteries of the tropics, capturing the tranquility of crystal-clear waters and the enigmatic charms of dense emerald jungles. Its step cut strategically enhances each reflective surface, channeling light in a way that creates a mesmerizing play of brilliance and color.
The sapphire's color grade is defined by its dark color intensity, a quality highly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs alike. Moving beyond mere aesthetics, the hue of this gem tells a tale of elemental fusion and geological perfection forged under the watchful eyes of Mother Nature. The deep greenish blue is emblematic of the Indian Ocean at dusk, offering a whisper of ancient cargo ships sailing toward mysterious lands. As a further testament to its excellence, this sapphire achieves a clarity grade of eye clean, suggesting that when evaluated at eye level, it reveals no inclusions to mar its flawless form. Such transparency is as rare as it is enchanting, further solidifying the gem's status as a peerless treasure.
Crafted with superior craftsmanship, our greenish-blue sapphire boasts an excellent polish, ensuring it captivates at every angle. When touched by light, its surfaces shimmer with a fluidity that suggests the movement of water, sparkling with life in an unending dance. The precision in its cut aligns with the finest traditions of gemstone artistry, a step cut designed to optimize the interplay of light within its facets. This meticulous shaping process respects the ancient origins of Ceylon-school techniques, achieved by masters who understood the stone’s unique geological storyline and carefully unfolded it through artisan skills.
At The Natural Sapphire Company, we hold this exquisite gem within a league of its own, attributing its extraordinary qualities not only to nature's incredible forces but also to the artistry involved in transforming it from rough mineral to a finished jewel of extraordinary pedigree. This sapphire's greenish-blue hue captivates hearts and minds alike, invoking romance and adventure imbued by legends of timeless beauty. It is more than a gemstone, it is a piece of historical narrative drawn directly from the depths of the earth and gently brought to prominence by human hands. When it becomes part of an individual collection or a central piece in fine jewelry, it carries with it the story of nature's grandeur and the enduring allure cultivated by The Natural Sapphire Company.



