1.68 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exquisite blue sapphire is a jewel that embodies both elegance and heritage, offering the discerning buyer a piece of timeless beauty. With its remarkable 1.68 carat weight, this transparent gem boasts dimensions of 7.00 x 6.96 x 4.30 mm, making it a sizeable marvel that exudes sophistication and understated glamour. The round shape enhances its brilliance, thanks to the mixed brilliant cut that optimizes its play of light, ensuring every facet is entrancing. The very slightly included clarity grade means that the gemstone maintains its allure while retaining its natural character, presenting a rare blend of flawlessness and authenticity that educated buyers value in a quality sapphire.

Renowned for its vivid color intensity, this sapphire dazzles with a rich blue hue that is both striking and serene. Such color is highly sought after in the gemstone market, as it embodies the depth and luminosity characteristic of superior sapphires. The excellent polish further enriches the gemstone's natural brilliance, creating a mirror-like finish that reflects light with unparalleled clarity. Each time light dances across its surface, the sapphire reveals layers of its deep azure splendor, an effect that cannot be replicated and is crucial to understanding the rarity of gemstones of this caliber.

The origin of this gem speaks volumes of its pedigree, hailing from the storied mines of Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka, a renowned source of some of the world’s most precious sapphires. Ceylon sapphires have long been celebrated for their exceptional quality and captivating blue colors, making them highly coveted among connoisseurs and collectors alike. Historically, Ceylon has been a cornerstone of the gemstone trade, and its sapphires have adorned royalty and been central to myth and lore, signifying wisdom, virtue, and good fortune. This particular sapphire, with its radiant hue and exceptional craftsmanship, continues a legacy of excellence that spans centuries, offering the buyer not only an artifact of beauty but a piece of history.

The intrinsic value of a sapphire such as this lies not only in its physical attributes but in the heritage that it carries. Since ancient times, sapphires have been woven into the fabric of human culture. They symbolize wisdom and purity, providing spiritual strength and protection. Transforming what's firmly rooted in tradition into a contemporary heirloom, this gemstone offers more than just material value; it’s an investment in both an aesthetic and a legacy. For those who cherish the stories behind their jewelry, this sapphire extends a bridge between the past and present, inviting the wearer to partake in and continue an age-old tradition.

At The Natural Sapphire Company, we take pride in sourcing gemstones of unsurpassed quality, guided by a commitment to transparency and ethical practices. This sapphire is not only a testament to natural beauty but to our dedication to providing discerning buyers with gemstones they can cherish for a lifetime, upheld by the assurance of our company’s 80 years of expertise and specialization in sapphires. As you consider welcoming this exceptional gem into your collection, know that it embodies more than just visual splendor. It represents a storied heritage, a testament to nature’s artistry, and a tangible link to a past enriched with meaning and grandeur.