1.69 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One beautiful transparent 1.69 carat oval shape blue sapphire, measuring 7.84 x 5.79 x 4.71 millimeters, presents a rare combination of attributes that elevate it above many market alternatives. The mixed brilliant cut maximizes scintillation and plays light through the pavilion to create lively flashes, while the vivid color intensity delivers a deep, saturated blue that reads regal without tipping into an inky or muddy appearance. The clarity grade of very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, ensures eye clean performance for most settings, and the excellent polish produces crisp facet junctions and superior surface luster. Origin Ceylon Sri Lanka, together with a standard and stable heat treatment, gives collectors the classic Sri Lankan blue that is prized for its balance of tone and saturation, and it arrives with the kind of finish and transparency that discerning buyers seek.

Compared to other sapphires on the market this stone offers meaningful advantages in quality and value. Many commercially available sapphires at this size will be either overly dark, heavily included, poorly cut, or subject to invasive treatments that compromise longevity and beauty. This Ceylon sapphire trades on a superior combination of vivid color intensity and mixed brilliant cutting that enhances both color and sparkle, unlike shallow or deep cuts that leak light or mute tone. The very slightly included clarity at eye level outperforms more common included grades where surface reaching inclusions can interrupt polish and require stabilization. Heat treatment here should be understood as industry standard, stable, and preferable to fracture filling or dyeing, and it increases color consistency without sacrificing the gemstone integrity that collectors demand.

For the high end gemstone collection this sapphire is the perfect addition, offering a museum quality look with investment minded value. It is an ideal centerpiece for a bespoke engagement ring, a classic solitaire pendant, or a curated gem cabinet where provenance and aesthetic harmony matter. Set in platinum or 18 karat white gold this vivid blue will sing with contrast, and in warm gold it will offer a sumptuous, vintage inspired presence. The Natural Sapphire Company presents this stone as a selective offering that combines provenance, exceptional polish, refined cutting, and a sought after Ceylon hue, making it a superior choice for collectors who want a distinctive, collectible sapphire that stands out among the usual market offerings.