2.16 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This cushion shaped blue sapphire began its story deep within the ancient geology of Ceylon Sri Lanka, where heat and pressure over eons transformed corundum into gems that have been cherished across cultures and centuries. Mined from the gem gravels and weathered rock of a landscape famed for its sapphires, this stone carries with it the memory of rivers and monsoon rains that revealed pockets of crystalline beauty to patient hands. Our team at The Natural Sapphire Company follows this journey from its very first discovery, working with local communities to ensure that each sapphire is responsibly sourced, carefully examined, and prepared for the next stage of its life. From the moment it is lifted from the earth this sapphire begins a transition, from rough crystal to a polished jewel that will reflect light and meaning for generations to come. The tactile world of the mine gives way to the quiet, exacting world of the lapidary, where skilled cutters and polishers shape the stone to reveal its inner fire.

At 2.16 carats and measuring 7.52 by 6.57 by 4.61 millimeters, this transparent sapphire is cut into a cushion shape with a mixed brilliant facet arrangement that balances depth and sparkle. The mixed brilliant cut captures light with a modern precision while preserving the classic cushion silhouette that flatters both vintage and contemporary settings. Graded eye clean at normal viewing distance, the clarity allows the vivid blue color intensity to sing without distraction, and an excellent polish ensures each facet returns light with a mirror like finish. This sapphire has been heat treated, a standard and widely accepted enhancement that refines tone and clarity, and this treatment has been fully disclosed with the gem. Origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a provenance that explains the stone family resemblance to the storied sapphires of Ratnapura and nearby gem regions, known for producing velvety yet lively blues. The combination of weight, proportion, cut, and finish make this gem a rare alignment of beauty and practicality, ready to be set into a ring pendant or bespoke piece where it will become a daily companion.

When you imagine this sapphire as a center for an engagement ring or an heirloom pendant, picture how the cushion shape sits against skin, how the mixed facets create flashes of deep ultramarine and lighter cornflower tones with each movement. The dimensions of this gem make it perfectly suited to a single stone solitaire, or to be flanked by small accent diamonds for extra brilliance and contrast. Corundum is a durable gem second only to diamond in hardness, making this sapphire a reliable choice for everyday wear when set with attention to correct mounting and care. At The Natural Sapphire Company we can assist with custom designs, providing guidance on prong profiles, bezel settings, and mounting heights that protect the stone while allowing its color and cut to perform. Every sapphire in our care is subjected to detailed inspection, and we make transparent disclosures about treatments and origin, so you are fully informed about the gem you choose. Our cutters take extra care to orient the pavilion and crown to maximize the color face up, and this stone was oriented intentionally to show its vivid color intensity to best advantage.

Beyond its physical presence, this Ceylon blue sapphire carries a heritage of meaning and a range of metaphysical qualities attributed to blue corundum across cultures. Many who are drawn to sapphire speak of its association with wisdom, clarity, and focused intention. Blue sapphire is traditionally linked to the mind and the throat, so it is thought to aid clear communication, enhance mental discipline, and foster truth telling in both private reflection and in speech. Practitioners of crystal work often value sapphire for its ability to calm the nervous system, to encourage contemplative meditation, and to sharpen intuition, making it a stone for those who seek insight as well as style. It is also associated with protection and good fortune in some traditions, believed to create energetic boundaries and to attract prosperity through steady purpose and right action. While these qualities are not medical guarantees, they form part of the living story that many wearers love to connect with, and the heat treatment applied to improve color does not alter the symbolic resonance that the stone holds for its owner. If you are ready to invite this piece of Sri Lankan gem history into your life, The Natural Sapphire Company is here to guide you through design options, certification details, and caring instructions, so that your sapphire can begin its next chapter as a cherished personal emblem.