1.71 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There is an immediate, almost magnetic allure to this heart shaped blue sapphire, a gemstone that announces itself with a deep and vivid blue that seems to hold the evening sky within its facets. At 1.71 carats this stone strikes an exquisite balance between presence and wearability, making it an ideal centrepiece for a ring that will be worn with confidence and remembered for generations. GIA certified, transparent, and unheated, this sapphire carries the unquestionable authority of independent laboratory grading, a reassurance that the beauty you see is entirely natural and unaltered. The heart outline is both romantic and refined, a sculpted expression of devotion rendered in the purest of mineral form. Its vivid color intensity gives the stone a luminous depth, a saturated blue that shifts and breathes with each turn of the hand, inviting admiration and reflection. Owning such a sapphire is a statement of discernment, an achievement that marks refined taste and an appreciation for rarified elegance.

Beyond the initial impression, the craftsmanship of this gem rewards an attentive eye. Cut in a mixed brilliant style, the facets are calibrated to maximize fire and depth, while the heart silhouette is executed with symmetry and grace, dimensions of 6.53 by 7.51 by 4.21 millimeters that translate perfectly into a striking yet comfortable ring setting. The clarity grade is described as very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means the stone presents a clean and open appearance to the viewer while retaining the tiny, natural signatures that attest to its authenticity. An excellent polish lends a mirror like finish to every facet, enhancing brilliance and giving each movement a lively, luxurious sparkle. Crucially this sapphire bears no enhancement, a distinction that elevates both its rarity and its value, offering a pure window into the earths creation of color and form. Worn alone as a solitaire, framed by a slender mount, or accompanied by delicate diamonds, this heart shaped sapphire will sit at the centre of any composition, commanding focus without needing to shout.

The provenance of this gem adds a layer of narrative and cachet that connoisseurs understand instinctively, Ceylon Sri Lanka has produced some of the worlds most celebrated sapphires for centuries, stones prized by collectors and monarchs alike for their clarity and characteristic blue. To hold a Ceylon sapphire is to hold a fragment of geological history, born from the island's unique metamorphic geology and the relentless alchemy of heat and pressure that creates color so vivid and pure. The name Ceylon evokes a legacy of artisanal mining, a tradition of careful selection and respect for the material, and in the marketplace it confers a premium because of the consistent quality and desirable character associated with the island. At The Natural Sapphire Company we curate only the finest examples of such heritage gemstones, pairing rigorous certification with transparent sourcing, so that each purchase is both an aesthetic triumph and an ethical choice. To acquire this particular heart shaped blue sapphire is to invest in a living heirloom, a rare natural phenomenon shaped by time and human artistry, a possession that will elevate occasions and quietly affirm the owners cultivated sensibility.