1.69 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 1.69 carat cushion blue sapphire presents precise lapidary work and balanced optical performance, designed for buyers who evaluate gems by cut dynamics and color behavior. The stone measures 6.95 x 6.16 x 4.39 mm, and its mixed brilliant faceting combines a brilliant style crown with a step facet pavilion to optimize both scintillation and color retention. The mixed brilliant cut yields lively pinpoint flashes from the crown facets, while the pavilion steps preserve depth of tone and directional color, resulting in a face up appearance that reads as intense in hue. Clarity is graded slightly included at eye level, with natural internal features that do not detract from the gem when set, and the polish is excellent, producing crisp facet junctions and clean light return. This sapphire has been heat treated, a standard and stable enhancement that improves clarity and deepens the blue, and the treatment is fully disclosed. The overall cutting proportions and pavilion depth have been executed to maximize light return for its specific dimensions, making this gem suitable as a center stone in rings and bespoke settings where both brilliance and saturated color are desired.

Beyond its physical attributes, this sapphire is an ethically sourced example of Ceylon gem material, originating in Sri Lanka and offered by The Natural Sapphire Company through a traceable and vetted supply chain. We work directly with trusted partners on the ground to ensure responsible sourcing, fair labor practices, and environmental stewardship at every step from mine to market, and we provide transparent documentation of origin and treatment to support informed purchasing. For the conscious collector who values provenance as much as optical quality, this intense blue cushion sapphire complements a collection that emphasizes enduring value, craftsmanship, and social responsibility. Its combination of refined cutting, intense color intensity, and disclosed heat treatment makes it an excellent choice for a wearable heirloom or a carefully curated investment piece, and our team can advise on settings that preserve the stone geometry and showcase its technical strengths.