2.19 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This listing describes a single transparent round blue sapphire weighing 2.19 carats, with precise dimensions of 7.33 by 7.21 by 5.05 millimeters, faceted in a mixed brilliant cut and presenting a clarity grade of very slightly included evaluated at eye level. The mixed brilliant cut in this instance combines a traditionally brilliant crown with a carefully proportioned pavilion geometry to optimize both return of light and contrast patterning. The stone exhibits vivid color intensity with an even distribution of blue saturation across the girdle plane and into the pavilion, and the overall finish shows an excellent polish that produces sharp facet reflections and crisp facet junctions. The gem has been heat treated, a stable and widely accepted enhancement for sapphires that improves color saturation and reduces the visual impact of internal growth features, and the rough origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a provenance that is historically associated with some of the finest blue sapphire material in the world.

From a color grading perspective this sapphire falls into the vivid category for blue tone and saturation, a significant factor in market desirability and optical richness. The blue displays a deep, pure hue with only minimal violet overtone when viewed under neutral daylight, and the vivid intensity balances a medium to deep tone which allows for both strong light return and lively color face up. Color distribution is notably uniform across the table and crown facets with no obvious zoning, an indicator of well selected rough and skilled cutting. Heat treatment has been applied in a controlled manner to refine the chromophore response without compromising clarity or introducing surface altering effects, and this treatment is permanent and stable under normal wear conditions. Origin from Ceylon Sri Lanka contributes to the narrative of the piece, as Ceylon material is often prized for its clarity and luminous blue tones, and this individual stone exhibits those characteristic attributes while retaining a level of natural character.

The mixed brilliant cut is executed to achieve a balance of brilliance and contrast, with a crown facet architecture that disperses light into multiple spectral flashes, and a pavilion that is tuned to strengthen return of light toward the table. The result is a gem that shows dynamic scintillation when the stone is moved, while maintaining a focused table reflection when viewed face up. Facet junctions are well defined, and the excellent polish minimizes surface diffusion so that internal features are seen only as minor, eye level inclusions that do not detract from overall transparency. These very slight inclusions serve as identifiers of natural origin and do not materially affect durability, since corundum is a nine on the Mohs scale and resists abrasion and everyday wear. Proportions have been adjusted to the 2.19 carat spread to present an attractive diameter for a round gemstone, and the near round symmetry ensures even light performance across the face of the gem, enabling jewelers to set it in a variety of secure mounting styles that preserve optical performance.

Acquiring this sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company represents an investment in both aesthetic excellence and artisanal craftsmanship. The combination of vivid Ceylon blue color, a precisely executed mixed brilliant cut, a clarity grade of very slightly included at eye level, excellent polish, and responsible heat enhancement produces a stone that is immediately wearable, technically refined, and durable for long term enjoyment. From a market perspective, well cut natural sapphires with strong color and proven provenance retain value and appeal to collectors and connoisseurs who understand the importance of proportion, cut quality, and documented origin. Our team at The Natural Sapphire Company supports each piece with expert assessment and will advise on ideal settings and long term care, helping you to maximize both the visual impact and the preservation of value. In short, this 2.19 carat Ceylon blue sapphire is an embodiment of gemological quality and lapidary skill, a tangible asset of beauty and craftsmanship suitable for an heirloom engagement ring or a curated collection.