1.97 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

You are looking at a rare and beautifully transparent 1.97 carat oval blue sapphire that stands apart from the common offerings on the market, and The Natural Sapphire Company is proud to present this gem with full clarity about its qualities. The sapphire measures 8.14 by 6.09 by 4.65 mm, it is expertly faceted in a mixed brilliant cut that balances scintillation and depth, and it carries a clarity grade of very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level. What makes this stone remarkable is its vivid color intensity, a saturated yet lively blue that reads as classic Ceylon blue rather than the overly dark or inky tones often sold as premium. The polish is excellent, the facets meet crisply, and the transparency allows light to travel through the stone and return as a beautiful internal glow. Compared to many stones of similar size that display cloudiness, heavy silk, or surface wear, this sapphire delivers exceptional optical performance for its carat weight. Its oval shape is versatile, flattering in both rings and pendants, and the near two carat weight gives real presence without overwhelming a refined setting. When you compare raw material quality, cutting, and finish together, this sapphire offers an immediate visual advantage over mass market pieces that prioritize size over brilliance.

In the current marketplace buyers will encounter a range of sapphires from lab grown examples to heavily treated natural stones and stones from various origins. This Ceylon origin sapphire benefits from a long established reputation for producing lively blue tones, often with a lightness and clarity that differ from deeper stones sourced elsewhere. Heat treated enhancement was applied, a time honored and widely accepted practice that enhances color and stability, and does so without compromising durability. Heat treatment, when disclosed and performed correctly, is a marker of responsible trading because it improves appearance while maintaining value and permanence. In direct comparison to many unheated stones that can show uneven color or to stones that have been overprocessed with dye or fracture filling, this heat treated Ceylon sapphire offers superior everyday wearability and color stability. The mixed brilliant cut in particular sets it apart, because many sapphires of this weight are cut shallow or with large facets that sacrifice return of light for yield. This stone was cut to maximize sparkle and color saturation in a balanced way, delivering more impact per carat and therefore better value, a combination that collectors and conscious buyers appreciate.

Thinking generationally, this sapphire is an ideal candidate to become a family heirloom, and The Natural Sapphire Company can support that journey from purchase through decades of wear. Sapphires are a 9 on the Mohs scale of hardness, second only to diamond for everyday durability in jewelry, and a well set oval sapphire will live on through handling and frequent wear while retaining its polish and visual appeal. The stone’s near two carat size is significant enough to be cherished and recognized across generations, yet small enough to be adaptable to evolving styles, so it can be reset from a solitaire ring to a pendant or an heirloom brooch without losing its identity. The clarity and polish mean that the stone will age with grace, continuing to reflect light and color rather than becoming dulled or obscured. From an investment perspective, natural Ceylon sapphires with vivid tone and good clarity are consistently sought after, and the full disclosure of enhancement, along with provenance through The Natural Sapphire Company, supports long term value and provenance. When you choose this sapphire you are choosing a piece with the optical qualities, the durability, and the traceable origin that together make for a meaningful object to hand down, a stone that will tell a family story as it catches light on the hands of future generations.