1.98 Ct. Bluish Green Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent 1.98 carat asscher cut sapphire presents as an octagonal outline with precise dimensions 6.52 by 6.34 by 5.11 millimeters. The stone displays a bluish green hue with vivid color intensity, a clarity grade described as very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, and an excellent polish. No enhancement has been applied, confirming natural color and internal features, and the gem is sourced from Ceylon Sri Lanka, provenance that materially enhances both desirability and market value. At The Natural Sapphire Company we emphasize exact measurements and documented treatment status, and this sapphire is a textbook example of why well documented origin and untreated status command premium recognition among connoisseurs and collectors.

From a faceting and optical performance perspective the asscher cut of this sapphire is executed to emphasize step cut geometry and controlled light return. The asscher cut employs a series of concentric truncated facets on the crown and pavilion which create a hall of mirrors effect rather than the dispersed brilliance of brilliant cuts. The crown facets form broad, parallel steps that terminate in a defined table, while the pavilion steps are deep and angled to redirect light back through the crown, creating broad flashes of face up color and a rhythmic pattern of light and dark that is characteristic of precision step cutting. The measured depth at approximately seventy nine percent relative to average girdle dimension produces a strong saturation in the face up appearance, minimizing windowing while preserving the stone volume. The excellent polish enhances facet junction crispness and maximizes optical contrast, allowing the vivid bluish green to register consistently across the table with lively contrast and controlled scintillation along the step edges.

Clarity and internal character speak to both beauty and origin. The grade very very slightly included evaluated at eye level conveys that under standard viewing conditions the stone reads as clean and transparent, with only minimal internal features that do not interrupt light transmission or weaken structural integrity. Typical inclusions in high quality Ceylon sapphires may include fine silk needles and healed fissures which when present at low levels can subtly scatter light and contribute to a velvety glow without detracting from transparency. The absence of enhancement is significant because many sapphires on the market undergo heat treatment to improve color and clarity. Untreated Ceylon sapphires with vivid color intensity and high clarity are relatively scarce, and this rarity is a critical component of intrinsic value. Geological context is relevant, because Sri Lankan sapphires often crystallize in high grade metamorphic terrains under conditions that favor optical clarity and attractive trace element compositions, producing the lively, saturated tones that have historically defined Ceylon material.

The origin Ceylon Sri Lanka is a defining attribute for both aesthetic and market reasons. Provenance from Ceylon associates the sapphire with a lineage of historically important deposits that consistently yield stones with a particular balance of tone and saturation, typically lighter to medium tones with vivid saturation and a complex interplay between blue and green when viewed at varying angles. For gemmological buyers who evaluate provenance as a component of connoisseurship, an untreated Ceylon sapphire of this specification demonstrates natural formation conditions that favor strong crystalline growth and minimal alteration. This contributes to long term desirability, because the stone not only performs well in jewelry with predictable light behavior and durability but also retains a documented history that supports valuation and traceability. For practical considerations the asscher shape is well suited to precision settings that protect the corners and show the geometric symmetry of the stone, and the combination of nearly 2 carats weight and compact dimensions makes this sapphire ideal for a refined engagement ring or a sophisticated solitaire pendant design. At The Natural Sapphire Company we can provide tailored recommendations for bezel or four prong settings that align with facet orientation to maximize face up color, and we provide certification and exacting documentation to accompany provenance and treatment declarations. For maintenance simple warm water and mild detergent cleaning with a soft brush is typically sufficient, and because this sapphire is untreated it tolerates routine cleaning protocols, though final cleaning before setting or after manufacturing is best performed under professional supervision to ensure optimal presentation.