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2.26 Ct. Greenish Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
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Item ID: | U8571 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 8.2 Width: 6.18 Height: 4.83 |
Weight: | 2.26 Ct. |
Color: help | Greenish Blue |
Color intensity: help | Dark |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Cushion |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Ceylon (Sri Lanka) |
Per carat price: help | $1,400 |
The centerpiece of our exquisite collection at The Natural Sapphire Company is a breathtaking transparent cushion-shaped greenish-blue sapphire, weighing in at an impressive 2.26 carats. This exceptional gemstone, hailing from the renowned mines of Ceylon in Sri Lanka, boasts dimensions of 8.20 x 6.18 x 4.83 mm. It is a true testament to nature's ability to create unparalleled beauty. The stone's mixed brilliant cut, a sophisticated technique that combines both step-cutting for the pavilion and brilliant-cutting for the crown, maximizes its radiance and enhances its inherent brilliance. This intricate craftsmanship ensures that the sapphire sparkles magnificently under any light, captivating all who behold its beauty.
With a clarity grade of very slightly included, the sapphire is devoid of inclusions visible to the naked eye, preserving its translucency and augmenting its value. The gem's color intensity is categorized as dark, a rare and desirable attribute that creates a captivating visual impact. The lush greenish-blue hue exhibited by this stone is truly striking and speaks volumes about its natural origin. An excellent polish further enhances its appeal, allowing every facet to reflect light with exceptional clarity and precision. The polish, an integral aspect of gemstone finishing, is meticulously executed to ensure the sapphire's surface remains impeccably smooth and lustrous, amplifying its overall aesthetic allure.
In terms of durability, our sapphire is positioned prominently on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, registering a solid nine. This level of hardness indicates remarkable resilience, just one step below diamond, which sits at ten on the same scale. This ensures not only that the gemstone is suited for everyday wear, enduring without scratching or abrasions but also that it remains an investment in everlasting beauty. Through a combination of fine detailing and superior craftsmanship, The Natural Sapphire Company offers this remarkable sapphire to connoisseurs and collectors who understand and appreciate the intricacies and fine details of such sophisticated gemstones.



