2.20 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 2.20 carat cushion shape blue sapphire is a fine example of the qualities educated buyers look for, offered by The Natural Sapphire Company. The stone measures 8.21 x 6.71 x 4.30 mm, has a mixed brilliant cut that combines a faceting scheme to maximize both depth of color and scintillation, and presents a vivid color intensity that is immediately striking. Clarity is graded as eye clean when evaluated at eye level, meaning there are no inclusions visible to the unaided eye under normal viewing conditions, which enhances both visual appeal and versatility for fine jewellery settings. The sapphire has an excellent polish, indicating precise facet finishing that promotes strong light return and crisp facet junctions. The origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a classic source for sapphires that is well known for producing stones with lively, saturated blue hues. Enhancement is heat treated, a widely accepted and stable treatment used to optimize color and clarity, and one that is fully disclosed and consistent with trade standards.

For custom jewellery makers and discerning clients, this sapphire is exceptionally well suited as a centre stone because of its size and cushion outline, which balance presence and wearability. At 2.20 carats and with the given proportions, it sits comfortably as a striking ring centre or as a prominent pendant or pair of matched studs, while remaining manageable for a variety of mounting styles. The cushion shape with a mixed brilliant cut offers a harmonious mix of broad color face up and lively brilliance, allowing designers to play with both open table designs that emphasize color and halo or bezel settings that protect the girdle and show off symmetry. The 4.30 mm depth supports secure prong or bezel settings, and the eye clean clarity reduces the need for complex orientation to mask inclusions, simplifying stone setting and maximizing optical performance. If you are working on a bespoke engagement ring or a statement piece, The Natural Sapphire Company can advise on complementary metal choices and setting styles that will enhance the vivid Sri Lankan blue, while respecting the stability of the heat treated enhancement. This sapphire combines provenance, visual quality, and practical proportions, making it a compelling choice for custom, heirloom, and high end jewellery projects.