2.28 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Africa

There is a quiet ocean held in a square, a piece of sky cut to fit a single thought of forever, and this transparent blue sapphire carries that hush with graceful certainty. Light gathers at its corners and pours through its heart, a princess shape that seems to both hold and release a story with each turn. At 2.28 carat the gem has presence without weight, a measured intensity that feels intimate, and the angles of its princess cut create a lattice of reflections like moonlight on rippled water. The hue is medium intense, a blue that leans toward cool dawn and serene seas, while its excellent polish allows each facet to sing, catching and returning light with crisp, crystalline clarity. Untreated and natural, with no enhancement, this sapphire comes from the storied soils of Africa, where earth and time conspired to form a stone that feels both ancient and newly discovered.

Consider the proportions of this gem, 7.52 by 7.44 by 4.28 millimeters, as the dimensions of a secret that will be revealed only when you choose how to set it. Its clarity is described as very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means the inclusions are like distant islands, small and unobtrusive, lending personality without clouding the glow. The palace of facets inside the princess form plays with shadow and brightness so that the gem reads as luminous from every angle, a versatile companion to a variety of metal tones from cool platinum to warm rose gold. The excellent polish gives every edge a mirror like finish while the princess cut preserves strong geometric lines, perfect for creating a modern silhouette or a vintage inspired frame. The combination of transparency, proportion, and natural origin makes this a sapphire that will wear equally well as a treasured daily talisman or as a centerpiece for a life changing moment.

Imagine this square of blue set at the center of a solitaire ring, its corners cradled by four prongs that let light hurry into the depth of the stone. Picture it within a halo of small white diamonds, the contrast amplifying the sapphire into a radiant star, ideal for an engagement ring that speaks of timeless devotion. Envision a three stone design, where the princess sapphire is flanked by tapered baguettes or round brilliant companions, telling a story of past, present, and future in a single glance. For a more contemporary voice, think of a bezel set pendant where the metal wraps the gem like a gentle embrace, protecting its edges while focusing attention on its vivid square face. The princess cut also lends itself beautifully to channel set bracelets and geometric earrings, where repeated squares can create rhythm and harmony, or to a bespoke signet style ring for someone who prefers bold, architectural jewelry. Whether you desire delicate filigree that whispers of old world romance, a sleek tension mount that appears to float the stone, or a custom mixed metal piece that highlights the sapphire against warm and cool contrasts, this gem adapts with ease and elegance.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we honor the story embedded in every stone, and this 2.28 carat princess shape blue sapphire invites you to make that story your own. Our artisans can bring to life any of the visions described, tailoring prong height, setting style, and complementary stones to frame the sapphire exactly as you imagine, and to ensure comfort, durability, and beauty that lasts. Because the gem is untreated and from Africa, it carries a provenance that makes each custom piece deeply personal and ethically resonant, a tangible connection to the earth that shaped it. If you seek a ring that balances modern geometry and romantic depth, a pendant that catches sunrises, or a pair of earrings that echo promises, this sapphire is a blank page waiting for your design. Let us guide you through the choices, and together we will craft an heirloom that turns a single moment into a luminous continuing story.