14.49 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This remarkable AGL certified Ceylon blue sapphire speaks to an unbroken line of gemmological tradition, a stone that could easily have been plucked from a royal crown and set into a family heirloom, passed from one generation to the next. Weighing 14.49 carat, expertly fashioned into a cushion shape measuring 13.63 x 13.45 x 8.95 mm, this transparent gem carries an intense color intensity and an excellent polish that together deliver the deep, vibrant blue for which Sri Lankan sapphires are celebrated. The mixed brilliant cut maximizes scintillation and depth, while the clarity grade of very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, ensures the gem reads as clean and luminous to the viewer, without any enhancements having been applied. Offered by The Natural Sapphire Company, this sapphire is more than a jewel, it is a piece of geological and cultural history, an emblem of enduring taste that resonates with centuries of lapidary tradition and classical design.

When imagined within a custom creation, this cushion sapphire becomes the central chapter of a timeless story, and its pairing can be tailored to evoke different eras. For a classical regal look, surround the sapphire with a halo of fine white brilliant cut diamonds, set in platinum or 18 carat white gold, the cool metal and diamond contrast intensifying the vivid Ceylon blue and reinforcing a palace era elegance. For a warm vintage aesthetic, flank the center with old mine cut diamonds or rose cut diamonds and choose 18 carat rose gold for the mount, the softer metal tones harmonizing with any subtle violet or cornflower flashes in the stone. A three stone design with tapered baguette or emerald cut side diamonds will emphasize the sapphire length and presence, offering a balanced, architectural silhouette. For a more modern yet equally timeless composition, consider pairing with small pavé diamonds along the shoulders and a simple cathedral setting to showcase the gem's table and pavilion, ensuring maximum light return from its mixed brilliant facets. Whatever the chosen companions, the provenance, size, and natural purity of this Ceylon sapphire make it an ideal focal point for a bespoke piece that honors history and promises future legacy.