2.58 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One beautiful, transparent 2.58 carat cushion shape blue sapphire, measuring 8.28 by 6.54 by 5.09 millimeters, presents a compelling combination of proportions and performance. Expertly fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut, this gem combines brilliant crown facets with a more controlled pavilion to maximize both scintillation and color saturation, producing lively return and a rich, even face up color. The measured depth of roughly 68.7 percent places the stone within an attractive range for sapphire cutting, balancing light return and table presence so the gem reads larger on the finger than its weight alone might suggest. Clarity has been evaluated as very slightly included at eye level, which for the educated buyer denotes that any inclusions are minimal, do not interfere with transparency, and are not visually distracting in typical wear. An excellent polish ensures crisp facet junctions and uninterrupted light flow, further amplifying the intense blue color intensity that defines this piece.

Origin and documented enhancement are central to responsible acquisition, and this sapphire is identified as Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a classic source renowned for producing vivid cornflower and royal blues with lively tone and good saturation. The sapphire has been heat treated, a widely accepted and stable enhancement in the trade, applied to improve color and clarity while remaining permanent under normal wear and care. For collectors and connoisseurs, the combination of Ceylon provenance, intense color, clean eye appearance, and a skillful mixed brilliant cut makes this sapphire desirable, because it delivers both aesthetic appeal and sensible market attributes. At The Natural Sapphire Company we emphasize transparent reporting of origin, treatment, and measured characteristics so buyers can evaluate rarity, comparability, and long term value with confidence.

Beyond its immediate visual appeal, this sapphire is built to last. As corundum, sapphire rates a nine on the Mohs scale, offering excellent resistance to abrasion and daily wear when properly set, and the heat treatment performed is permanent, so the stone’s vivid hue and clarity will remain stable through time. With routine gentle cleaning and periodic professional inspection of the mounting, this cushion blue will continue to captivate across seasons and decades, making it equally suitable as a thoughtful investment, an heirloom engagement gem, or a signature fine jewelry piece that retains both beauty and provenance.