2.35 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

When you are searching for the perfect blue sapphire to mark a milestone or to add a rare and vivid gem to a collection, this stone answers that need with unmistakable presence, The Natural Sapphire Company presents a beautiful transparent 2.35 carat cushion shape blue sapphire, the gem measures 8.48 by 6.19 by 4.54 millimeters, it is finished with a mixed brilliant cut and an excellent polish, clarity is described as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, color intensity is vivid, and the stone has been responsibly heat treated to enhance its innate color, its origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a source celebrated for producing some of the world most desirable blue sapphires. If you are seeking something that combines wearable elegance and collector appeal, this sapphire provides a rare balance of size, color, and clarity that makes it an immediate solution to your search. As an experienced advisor at The Natural Sapphire Company, I can tell you that this gem is designed to stop the search, because it brings together the technical qualities you value and the visual impact that makes a jewel unforgettable.

Look at how the mixed brilliant cut works with this cushion outline to create an engaging interplay between depth of color and lively scintillation, the mixed cut layers a crown of facets that pull vivid blue light into the eye, while the cushion shape softens the geometry for a timeless silhouette that works beautifully in both classic and modern ring designs. The excellent polish allows each facet junction to reflect light cleanly, elevating the apparent saturation of the vivid blue, while the stone transparency and very very slight inclusions evaluated at eye level mean you will enjoy a clean, open surface to the gem that reads as pure and luxurious, the proportions of 8.48 by 6.19 by 4.54 millimeters give the stone real presence on a finger or in a pendant without feeling bulky, and the 2.35 carat weight is an ideal size for someone who wants to make a meaningful statement with a single central stone.

The Ceylon Sri Lanka provenance of this sapphire contributes to its story and to its desirability, sapphires from Sri Lanka frequently show a bright, slightly lighter registration of blue when compared to stones from other classic origins, and this particular example demonstrates that signature clarity and vivid tone that collectors and brides often seek, heat treatment is a long established and widely accepted practice to improve color and clarity, in this case the treatment has been applied carefully to enhance the sapphire natural strengths while maintaining integrity and durability, as a natural stone this gem carries a geological biography that cannot be replicated in a laboratory, the trace elements and crystal growth patterns formed over millions of years impart a singular fingerprint to the stone that gives it soul and provenance, owning a gem with a verifiable natural origin from Sri Lanka connects you to centuries of gem trade and artistry, and that connection is an important part of what makes the gem special.

When comparing a natural sapphire like this one to lab grown alternatives, it helps to be clear about what you want from your gem, lab grown sapphires have the advantages of consistency, lower initial cost, and the ability to produce large sizes with uniform color, these attributes make them excellent for fashion pieces or when budget and uniformity are the primary drivers, however natural stones such as this 2.35 carat Ceylon sapphire offer benefits that lab grown gems cannot fully match, natural stones are rare by definition, they carry a provenance and individuality that collectors prize, tiny natural inclusions and subtle variations in color distribution are like a fingerprint that documents a stone natural origin, historically natural gemstones are generally more collectible and are seen by many connoisseurs as having stronger long term desirability, The Natural Sapphire Company supports responsible sourcing and provides clear documentation for natural stones, which gives you confidence in what you are buying and preserves the emotional and monetary value of the piece in ways that synthetic alternatives do not.

If your search ends with this sapphire, you will enjoy a gem that is ready to be set into an engagement ring, a bespoke commission, or to join a curated collection, the vivid color intensity, the very very slight inclusions visible only under close scrutiny, and the excellent polish make this stone particularly suited to settings that allow the color to be seen fully, whether you choose a simple solitaire to showcase the cushion silhouette or a halo design to increase apparent presence, the proportions and cut will sit beautifully under skilled hands, The Natural Sapphire Company stands behind this sapphire with the expertise to advise the ideal setting, to provide full documentation and care guidance, and to help you create a piece that will be worn and admired for generations, if you want rarity, story, and enduring beauty in one luminous stone, this Ceylon blue sapphire is ready to complete your search.