15.83 Ct. Blue Star Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Imagine holding a quiet piece of the sky in the palm of your hand, a jewel that hums with the calm and mystery of dawn, a treasure that seems to know how to keep a secret until the light catches it just so. This is one beautiful translucent 15.83 carat oval shape blue star sapphire, a rare and soulful gem that invites you to slow down and savor a moment. Lovingly fashioned with a cabochon cut, the stone measures 16.34 x 12.67 x 7.14 mm, dimensions that give it a compelling presence without overwhelming the wearer. The blue is intense, saturated in a way that feels both regal and tender, and the star that appears to glide across its surface is a living effect, an alignment of silk like inclusions that transforms the sapphire from mere color into a story that moves. When you touch its polished dome, you feel the craftsmanship and the care behind an excellent polish that allows the star to float and the color to breathe.

Think of the memories that can be wrapped around a gem like this, of proposals that become promises, of anniversaries that become milestones, of quiet gifts that speak louder than words. The clarity is slightly included when evaluated at eye level, and those natural inclusions are part of what makes the star sapphire authentically alive, each tiny trace of origin a reminder that this stone began its life deep within the earth and has been carried to the surface of human affection. Best of all, this sapphire bears no enhancement, no treatments to alter its nature, no heat or dye to fool the eye, just the genuine beauty as formed in the mines of Ceylon, Sri Lanka. The provenance from Ceylon connects this gem to a heritage of celebrated sapphires, a lineage of color and craftsmanship that collectors and romantics have sought for generations.

When you choose a gem from The Natural Sapphire Company you choose more than a stone, you choose a partnership with people who cherish the narrative of every sapphire, who can imagine the ring, the pendant, the heirloom that will carry this gem forward. Picture this oval blue star set into a bespoke ring, the cabochon held with a soft bezel that lets the star roam with every tilt, or suspended as a pendant where the light from morning and evening can coax the asterism to dance. Its size and translucency make it versatile, commanding enough to be a centerpiece yet intimate enough to be worn every day, a constant small joy. Our team will guide you through mounting options that honor the sapphire’s natural lines, recommending settings that protect the dome while giving full expression to its star and color.

Owning this Ceylon star sapphire is an act of devotion to beauty and to authenticity, a way to mark an occasion with something lasting and true. If you imagine offering a gift that will be remembered for a lifetime, this gem will become the heart of that memory, holding light and love in equal measure. We at The Natural Sapphire Company stand ready to help you bring it home, to advise on settings, secure certification, and ensure that every detail reflects the care this sapphire deserves. Let this 15.83 carat oval blue star sapphire become the heirloom you pass forward, a piece that will carry your stories into the future.