11.42 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the mines of Ceylon Sri Lanka comes a sapphire that speaks to the slow and noble passage of time, a gemstone that carries both geography and history in its deep hue. This is an 11.42 carat cushion shape blue sapphire, measuring 13.29 by 10.48 by 7.76 mm, cut in a mixed brilliant style to marry the scintillation of modern cutting with the classic proportions that have been admired for centuries. The medium intense blue of this stone is the kind of color that conjures images of old seafaring maps and royal signet rings, a color that has been sought by collectors and connoisseurs through generations. With an excellent polish that allows light to play across its pavilion and crown, this sapphire sits at the intersection of tradition and refinement, an heirloom gem that will take on new stories as it moves from one hand to another. At The Natural Sapphire Company we honor the legacy of Ceylon sapphires by presenting this stone as an authentic, untreated treasure, a piece that retains the full narrative of its origin.

The internal landscape of this sapphire is as important to its identity as its color and cut, and the inclusions within are to be celebrated as natural signatures. Graded as slightly included when evaluated at eye level, the gem reveals delicate internal features that are unique to its formation, features that gemologists and collectors use like fingerprints to trace provenance and to appreciate authenticity. Fine silk like rutile threads can soften and diffuse light in a way that lends a satiny glow, while tiny crystalline or feather like inclusions tell of the pressures and temperatures under which the stone was born. These characteristics do not detract from the gem, they enrich it, adding depth and personality that cannot be replicated in treated or synthetic stones. Because this sapphire has undergone no enhancement, those inclusions are unaltered, giving you a direct link to the earth and the geological story of Ceylon Sri Lanka. The mixed brilliant cut enhances the interplay between these internal features and external light, producing flashes of brilliance and areas of serene color that make this stone compelling from every angle.

Consider this sapphire as the kernel of a legacy piece, ready to be set in a classic ring, a pendant with clean lines, or a brooch that references antique design, pieces that will stand the test of style and time. The cushion form and medium intense color lend themselves to settings that highlight the face up size and depth of color, settings that use modest metal work to amplify the gem rather than overwhelm it. The presence of natural inclusions gives designers and wearers a story to tell, a story that begins in ancient Ceylon and continues as the gem is worn and cherished. Caring for an untreated sapphire is straightforward, a gentle warm water and mild soap wash, occasional professional inspection to ensure the setting remains secure, and mindful wearing to preserve the excellent polish. When you select a piece from The Natural Sapphire Company you are choosing more than a stone, you are choosing provenance, transparency, and the stewardship of a heritage gem. This sapphire invites those who prefer meaningful beauty over manufactured perfection, a timeless jewel that will link past and future with each thoughtful setting and each lifetime of wear.