2.09 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This sapphire began as a secret written deep inside the earth, formed over millions of years under heat and pressure that coaxed alumina into a durable crystalline heart. From the alluvial terraces and ancient gem gravels of Ceylon Sri Lanka, this 2.09 carat cushion shape blue sapphire emerged as a fragment of that long story, carried by water, sorted by weight, and found by hands who know how to read the land. At The Natural Sapphire Company we trace each gem back to its place of origin, and this stone carries with it the legacy of Sri Lanka, a place whose sapphires have been prized across cultures for centuries. The miners who brought it to light, the cutters who envisioned its form, and the polishers who revealed its inner fire all contributed to a journey that connects geology to craft, and nature to personal meaning.

When you look at the stone itself, you encounter a luminous presence. This transparent cushion shaped blue sapphire weighs 2.09 carats, with dimensions of 8.23 x 5.74 x 4.59 mm, and a mixed brilliant cut that balances scintillation with depth. Its clarity is graded very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which allows the gem to maintain clarity and character without distracting marks. The color reads as vivid in intensity, a deep, saturated blue that moves between royal cornflower and inky twilight as you change the angle of view, and the polish is excellent so that every facet flashes cleanly. The stone has been heat treated to enhance that signature Ceylon blue, a treatment that is a traditional and stable method used to reveal the best color locked inside the crystal, while preserving the stone's natural structure. The cut and proportions have been chosen to maximize both brilliance and a sense of depth, so light travels into the gem, refracts, and returns as lively flashes and velvety blue fields.

Translating this sapphire into jewelry is where narrative becomes personal ritual, and the choice of complementary gemstones and metals will determine the mood that the piece communicates. For a classic, luminous look, a halo of small round brilliant white diamonds set in platinum or 18 karat white gold will amplify the sapphire's brilliance, creating a luminous frame that reads as timeless and formal. If you prefer a warmer, vintage sensibility, pair the sapphire with champagne or cognac diamonds, set in 18 karat yellow gold, which will make the blue appear even deeper and more velvety, and add a soft, antique glow. To introduce contrast and color harmony, consider tiny emerald or tsavorite accents, set as shoulder stones or a subtle bezel, the green bringing a lively botanical counterpoint to the blue. For a romantic palette, pink sapphires or padparadscha sapphire side stones will create a harmonious gradient from blue to rose, and for a modern, architectural statement, tapered baguette diamonds along the band will give a clean, directional light play that complements the cushion outline.

Imagine this sapphire as the heart of several distinct designs, each telling its own story. A solitaire cushion ring with a low, elegant bezel will emphasize the gem as an intimate, wearable talisman, its 2.09 carat size balanced perfectly for daily wear, and the mixed brilliant cut will flash with every movement of the hand. A halo engagement ring with fine pavé diamonds along a split shank will feel expansive and celebratory, the small stones echoing the sapphire's sparkle and the white metal lending a crisp, contemporary edge. For an heirloom inspired piece, a three stone ring with two tapered baguette diamonds will honor symmetry and tradition, the elongated side stones lengthening the finger and focusing the gaze toward the vivid Ceylon blue. As a pendant, the sapphire will float above the heart on a delicate chain, perhaps set within a pearled surround for a nautically inspired piece, or cradled in a scalloped setting with tiny mixed colored sapphires for a jewel that reads as both singular and communal. Earrings, whether simple studs with white diamond halos or articulated drops that pair the sapphire with complementary greens or pinks, will let the stone dance with light near the face.

Creating a custom piece around this gem is a collaborative journey between your personal taste and our craftsmanship, and every decision shapes the final expression of the sapphire's story. Choosing platinum or 18 karat white gold will emphasize brightness and contrast, while 18 karat yellow gold will lend warmth and an antique whisper. The addition of diamonds will bring disciplined light and formality, whereas colored sapphires, emeralds, or rare garnets will introduce narrative and emotional color interplay. At The Natural Sapphire Company we take care to match the proportions of settings to the 8.23 x 5.74 x 4.59 mm footprint of the stone, so that the finished jewel wears comfortably and flatters the chosen finger or neckline. Our master setters will respect the mixed brilliant cut and excellent polish, placing prongs and bezels to protect the stone while allowing maximum light to animate its blue. If you would like guidance on metal weight, side stone carat totals, or sketches of proposed settings, we are happy to collaborate, to parcel the heritage of Ceylon into a new, personal artifact that will be worn and treasured for years.

If you imagine this sapphire as part of your life, we invite you to explore designs that echo the moments you want to mark, whether quiet and everyday, or ceremonial and grand. This gem carries with it the geology of Ceylon, the practiced hands of cutters and polishers, and the conservation and trade standards we uphold at The Natural Sapphire Company, and when set thoughtfully it will become more than a stone, it will become a story you pass on. Please reach out to begin a conversation about settings, complementary stones, and design sketches, and together we will honor the sapphire's past, and create a future piece that feels inevitable and beloved.