1.79 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 1.79 carat asscher octagon blue sapphire is a study in timeless elegance, a stone that carries the legacy of Ceylon sapphires through centuries. Cut in a classic faceted asscher, the gem measures 6.83 x 5.99 x 4.56 mm and offers the crisp geometry and step facet precision that recall both antique cutting traditions and the refined sensibilities of Art Deco design. The sapphire is transparent, with intense color intensity and an excellent polish that allows light to play from its pavilion to its crown with measured brilliance. Evaluated at eye level as very very slightly included, it maintains visual purity and a captivating presence. Like many fine Ceylon sapphires this gem has been heat treated to enhance stability and color, a standard, historically accepted practice that preserves the natural character of the stone while respecting its origin and integrity.

A piece set with this sapphire becomes heirloom ready when paired with complementary gemstones that honor its history and strengthen its visual story. For a classical engagement ring a halo of old mine or round brilliant diamonds set in platinum will frame the asscher and amplify its cool blue, while tapered baguette side stones can emphasize the octagonal silhouette for a regal, architectural effect. For a warmer, vintage inspired presentation consider 18 karat yellow gold with small pave diamonds, the warmth of the gold referencing ancient royal settings from the Indian Ocean trade era and allowing the blue to sing with added depth. Green gemstones such as emeralds provide a storied color contrast, invoking the lush landscapes connected to Ceylon, and pair especially well as pear or shield shaped side stones in a three stone composition.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we delight in designing custom pieces that bridge past and present. Imagine a legacy pendant where the sapphire sits within a delicate per mille of rose gold, accented with tiny seed pearls and tiny brilliant diamonds, or a cocktail ring where two tapered baguette diamonds flank the asscher on a subtly engraved band, the engraving inspired by island motifs. Each pairing amplifies the sapphires narrative, whether you seek a piece steeped in regal tradition, or a refined modern classic meant to be passed down through generations.