2.24 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exquisite transparent blue sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company weighs 2.24 carats, and is fashioned into a classic cushion shape with a mixed brilliant cut, measuring 7.71 x 7.05 x 4.74 mm. Its origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a historic and respected source for some of the finest blue sapphires in the trade, and the stone has been heat treated, which is an accepted and stable enhancement when disclosed. The gem displays a vivid color intensity that reads as a deep, lively blue with subtle violet undertones, and an excellent polish that allows every facet to show crisp, mirror like surfaces. Taken together these characteristics create a combination of weight, proportion and resulting optical performance that will suit both traditional and contemporary settings.

From a clarity and cutting perspective this sapphire is evaluated as eye clean at normal viewing distances, which means that no inclusions are visible to the unaided eye and the stone presents as visually flawless in hand. Eye clean clarity contributes directly to perceived purity of color and to the quality of light return, because inclusions can scatter or obstruct light. The mixed brilliant cut on this cushion shape is designed to maximize scintillation and contrast, with a faceting scheme that draws light into the pavilion and returns it as bright flashes across the crown. The dimensions and depth present a balanced profile so that the pavilion depth and crown relationships support optimum brilliance, while the excellent polish minimizes surface diffusion and preserves sharp facet junctions, enhancing brilliance from every angle.

Understanding enhancement and origin is essential for an informed purchase, and in this instance the heat treatment is a standard, permanent process used to refine color and clarity without compromising the inherent durability or crystalline structure of corundum. Sapphires score nine on the Mohs hardness scale, which means this 2.24 carat Ceylon stone is well suited to daily wear in rings and other jewelry, provided normal care is observed. The combination of natural origin from Sri Lanka, vivid color intensity, and an eye clean clarity grade makes this stone attractive to educated buyers who value verified provenance and conventional, market accepted treatments. The Natural Sapphire Company provides transparency about origin and treatment because those factors materially affect both aesthetics and long term value.

For the buyer seeking a sapphire that appears flawless and beautiful from every viewing angle this stone stands out, because its transparency and vivid color work together with precision cutting and high polish to create an even face up color, lively scintillation, and a deep window free of distracting inclusions. At 2.24 carats the gem is large enough to make a meaningful visual statement, while the cushion profile and mixed brilliant faceting lend versatility for settings ranging from a single stone solitaire to more elaborate halo or three stone compositions. Collectors and clients who compare stones will recognize the premium attributes here, and those considering this sapphire as an investment or an heirloom will appreciate the combination of natural Ceylon origin, disclosed heat treatment, eye clean clarity, and excellent polish. Please contact The Natural Sapphire Company for further information on certification options, setting recommendations, and bespoke mounting services so that this sapphire can be presented to best effect.