1.74 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

In the verdant landscapes of Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka, where colors abound more vibrant than any artist could imagine, nature nurtures one of her most exquisite treasures. Deep beneath the earth's fertile crust, where volcanic activity and elemental shifts conspire, a radiant gift begins its slow formation over countless millennia. This is where the story of our captivating pear-shaped blue sapphire begins, a fascinating odyssey from raw genesis to peerless splendor we proudly present at The Natural Sapphire Company.

For generations, the region's seasoned miners have delivered a labor of patience, respect, and deep symbiosis with the earth, seeking the crystallized remnants of an ancient world captured in stone. Each gemstone unearthed is brimming with history, its journey bookended by nature's unyielding hand and skilled craftsmanship. Our exquisite sapphire, weighing in at a perfect 1.74 carats, emerges with dimensions of 8.34 by 5.85 by 4.38 mm, a testimony to the masterful understanding of its cutters. Its shape, resembling a teardrop, whispers tales of the mingling rains and tears that have touched this landscape, emblematic of both joy and sorrow—the dualities of existence captured in vivid blue hues.

As the light unfolds within it, this sapphire's transparency unveils a world of brilliance locked away within its depths. Its mixed brilliant cut is a sophisticated dance of geometry and artistry, unlocking the supreme potential imprisoned in its crystalline structure. Each facet, crafted with precision, manipulates the light waves that enter, magnifying and reflecting them in an intricate blaze of blue brilliance. You will notice, almost as if witnessing a miracle, flashes of light – each an intimate note in a chorus of perfection, striking with a medium intense color that takes command of even the most distracted gaze. The exceptional polish of the stone's surface stands testament to the hands that worked tirelessly upon it, ensuring that nothing impedes its inner fire from reaching its audience.

Visual allure aside, the mild inclusions nestled within this sapphire further whisper stories of authenticity, that subtly textured fingerprint left by nature herself. Classed at a clarity grade in the sphere of the very slightly included, they present not flaws but signatures of origin, unique identifiers proclaiming a history that is both solitary and proud. Clarity, especially when judged by the honest eye and not the machine, speaks to its genuine character—possessing a uniqueness eschewing plastic perfection akin to the work of nature herself.

Wrapped in its saga is the unspeakable grandeur that, once adorning the rightful owner, might traverse continents and chronologies, picking up tales untold yet. At The Natural Sapphire Company, this sapphire is not just a gem; it is a legacy, an ambassador of Ceylon’s rich tapestry of biodiversity, culture, and history. As it takes its place within your collection, or perhaps bestows elegance upon a cherished moment, its brilliance is a promise renewed every day. This living story of light will continue to dazzle and endure, an unbroken line from the depths of the earth to the adornments personal to you, connecting you with Iceland’s mythical landscapes and beyond. Here, it finds purpose beyond beauty—it becomes a vessel capable of carrying dreams, linking what once was to what can yet be across the endless horizon.