2.22 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There are stones that begin as dreams within the earth, and this Ceylon blue sapphire carries that dream in its crystalline heart. Formed over millennia beneath the ancient highlands of Sri Lanka, this gem was born where heat and pressure coax corundum into deep chromatic beauty, where trace elements painted the first strokes of its blue. From the river terraces and weathered gem gravels of Ceylon, miners have for centuries recognized sapphires that speak of quality, and this particular oval has a lineage you can feel when you hold it. At The Natural Sapphire Company we trace such histories with care, and we have watched this 2.22 carat transparent sapphire travel from the soil into the hands of skilled cutters, each step guided by respect for the land and for the gem itself. The island of Ceylon has given the world many legendary sapphires, and this one carries that cultural resonance, a reminder of kings and coronations, of maritime traders who prized Ceylon blue above all, and of artisans who have turned rough crystal into extraordinary jewel.

The lapidary journey for this stone is a story of restraint and purpose, of choosing a shape and cut that reveal the gem rather than obscure it. Set into an elegant oval form, the sapphire measures 8.84 by 6.98 by 4.21 mm, and has been fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut to balance depth of color with scintillation and face up spread. The cutter worked to preserve weight while opening the color to its vivid intensity, and the result is a stone that plays with light, offering flashes of lively brilliance alongside a deep, saturated blue that remains even in shadow. Its clarity grade reads very slightly included evaluated at eye level, a characteristic that affirms natural origin and contributes to the gem’s individuality without compromising its beauty. An excellent polish allows each facet to mirror light with clarity, and the transparency of the stone invites the eye to explore its internal landscape. The sapphire has undergone professional heat treatment, a widely accepted and stable enhancement that brings out the stone’s vivid color and improves tone, revealing the best expression of the crystal that nature provided.

Seen at a bench or worn on a finger, this blue sapphire makes an immediate and elegant statement, ideal for collectors who seek both aesthetic excellence and storied provenance. The vivid color intensity offers a velvety royal blue that adapts well to many design directions, from a classic solitaire ring to an understated pendant or a striking three stone composition flanked by delicate diamonds. In a high end collection, this gem can be the quiet centerpiece that anchors a curated group of rare stones, or it can be remounted into a bespoke commission designed to showcase its oval proportions. Paired with warm yellow gold, the blue deepens to a timeless contrast, while white gold or platinum emphasizes the gem’s crisp brilliance and modern elegance. For those who appreciate balance, a halo of small brilliant cut diamonds will give the sapphire a larger face up presence without obscuring its pure Ceylon character. At just over two carats, the gem offers versatility, wearable day to night, and at the same time it retains the rarity and collectible appeal that seasoned connoisseurs value.

This sapphire is the kind of acquisition that feels right both emotionally and professionally, a piece that can complete a high end cabinet of stones or become the foundation of a personal heirloom. At The Natural Sapphire Company we stand behind the provenance and description of this gem, and we offer detailed documentation on origin, treatment, and measurements to accompany every purchase. The stone’s dimensions, 8.84 by 6.98 by 4.21 mm, and weight 2.22 carat, are exacting details that help jewelers and collectors plan settings and appraisals, and the mixed brilliant cut and excellent polish ensure that the sapphire will perform beautifully in light. Whether you are a collector who catalogs by origin and treatment, a designer planning a signature piece, or an investor seeking gemstones with clear pedigrees and enduring beauty, this Ceylon sapphire presents a compelling opportunity. Let this gem’s journey from the rivers and hills of Sri Lanka to the skillful hands of cutters and to your own collection be the next chapter in its long story, one that we at The Natural Sapphire Company are proud to share with you.