2.38 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent Ceylon sapphire offered by The Natural Sapphire Company is a 2.38 carat fancy shape specimen, with exact dimensions of 5.47 x 13.11 x 4.74 millimeters, a fancy cut, and an excellent polish. The clarity is graded as very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which indicates minimal internal features that do not materially interrupt light transmission when set. The color presents a vivid intensity, the saturation and tone combining to produce the deep, velvety blue characteristic of high quality Sri Lankan material. Importantly this stone is untreated, with no enhancement recorded, a factor that materially increases rarity and collector interest relative to heat treated or otherwise enhanced equivalents. The 2.38 carat weight is notable for a sapphire with elongated proportions, offering a substantial visual presence while retaining manageable dimensions for most bespoke settings.

From a lapidary and valuation perspective the weight of 2.38 carats substantially contributes to market value and rarity. Sapphires follow a non linear price curve with respect to carat weight, and a jump above the 2 carat threshold often attracts a premium per carat, particularly when color and clarity are preserved. In this example the combination of vivid color intensity, minimal eye visible inclusions, and natural origin amplifies the premium associated with the 2.38 carat weight. The fancy cut has been executed to maximize table area and lengthwise brilliance, with carefully calibrated crown and pavilion facets to enhance color saturation and light return given the stone's elongated outline. The facet architecture minimizes light leakage along the ends while maintaining a balanced windowing effect, which preserves the deep blue hue under varied lighting.

Craftsmanship details include symmetrical facet junctions and an excellent polish that contributes to strong surface reflection and sharp facet contrast. The cutter has negotiated the rough crystal morphology to produce an even color distribution and to locate inclusions away from the most visible facet planes, consistent with advanced lapidary practice for Ceylon sapphires. For connoisseurs and designers seeking a natural, vivid blue sapphire with significant presence, this 2.38 carat stone represents a rare intersection of weight, untreated provenance, and precision cutting, qualities that collectors and high end settings typically prioritize. The Natural Sapphire Company stands behind the gemological attributes and sourcing of this transparent Ceylon sapphire.