2.56 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One beautiful transparent Other certified Blue 2.56 carat oval shape blue sapphire awaits a discerning collector, offered exclusively by The Natural Sapphire Company. This gem is not simply another stone, it is an invitation to join a small circle of owners who understand and appreciate the rare combination of weight, cut, and origin that define true sapphire excellence. At 2.56 carats, the gem sits in a highly sought after weight category that balances presence and wearability, giving it the ability to command attention without overwhelming the design. When you choose this piece you are choosing a jewel that will not only perform visually in a single moment, but will carry distinction and provenance across decades, an heirloom whose story begins with Ceylon and continues in your careful keeping.

Measured at 8.96 by 6.82 by 4.55 millimeters, this oval sapphire has been cut in a mixed brilliant style, a choice that marries the best of scintillation and depth. The mixed brilliant cut brings numerous small facets to the pavilion and crown, engineered to return maximum light to the eye, while preserving the gem's inherent color saturation. Clarity has been evaluated at eye level, and the stone is eye clean, meaning no inclusions are visible to the unaided eye, a quality that elevates transparency and brilliance. Its vivid color intensity is a hallmark of fine Ceylon sapphires, offering a lively but deep blue that reads as vivid rather than muted, and the excellent polish ensures that every facet edge is crisp and reflective. Enhancement through heat treatment has been applied, a standard and stable practice that improves color and clarity, and it has been disclosed and handled with the same integrity that customers expect from The Natural Sapphire Company.

When you compare this sapphire to more common gemstones the difference is clear, literal, and immediate. Against standard commercial blue sapphires that often display a darker, more inky tone or a washed out pastel, this vivid Ceylon example delivers both saturation and brightness. Against diamonds, which rely on white light dispersion and a high refractive index for fire and brilliance, this sapphire offers a different kind of optical pleasure, one that is color based and scintillating rather than primarily colorless sparkle. Compared to emeralds, which are prized for their green depth but often carry surface reaching inclusions and less brilliance, this sapphire maintains superior transparency and a lively play of light. Versus rubies, which can show equally vivid color, this stone stands out for the cool, sophisticated presence of its blue, and for the way the mixed brilliant cut maximizes scintillation, creating a lively, animated surface texturing that outshines many standard cuts used on everyday commercial gemstones.

Owning this sapphire is an opportunity to possess a bespoke piece of natural beauty, a gem that invites custom setting to match your personal style and ensure exclusivity. The Natural Sapphire Company curates and offers one of the most considered selections of Ceylon stones, and this gem is no exception, selected for its balance of size, color, cut, and clarity. Imagine it set in a modern solitaire with clean lines to emphasize the stone's vivid hue, or nestled in a vintage inspired halo to magnify its presence while preserving its identity. Because this particular sapphire is eye clean and well cut, it will perform brilliantly in a range of design choices, from a bold cocktail ring to a refined pendant, and its durability, provided by sapphire hardness, ensures everyday elegance without compromise.

This piece comes with transparent documentation and expert guidance tailored to your needs, The Natural Sapphire Company will provide provenance information, details about the heat enhancement, and imagery to assist in your decision. Availability of stones of this quality and character is limited, and when a gem of this caliber is released from our selection it is often reserved quickly, which underscores the exclusivity that comes with ownership. If you wish to explore setting options, request studio quality photos, or arrange a private viewing, our gem specialists are ready to help you create a unique commission that honors the gem's origin and maximizes its potential. Owning this Ceylon blue sapphire means joining a small group of collectors and connoisseurs who appreciate rarity, craftsmanship, and the quietly powerful allure of a vividly blue, expertly cut natural sapphire.