2.61 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent GIA certified blue sapphire presents at 2.61 carats in a classic cushion shape, with exact dimensions of 7.58 x 7.12 x 5.46 mm, and a mixed brilliant cut executed to rigorous proportions. The cutter has combined a brilliant facet geometry on the crown with a modified pavilion architecture to optimize light return, producing lively scintillation across movement while maintaining depth of color when viewed face up. Clarity is graded as eye clean when evaluated at eye level, which allows the vivid color intensity to dominate without visible inclusions interrupting the visual plane. The polish is excellent, with crisp facet junctions and finely executed facet planes that maximize contrast and minimize glazing. Heat treatment has been applied as a standard enhancement to stabilize and intensify the blue tone, and the stone originates from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a locality known for producing sapphires with saturated, velvety blue hues. A full GIA report accompanies this sapphire, providing independent verification of weight, cut description, clarity observation, color characterization, and treatment status.

In practical application this sapphire offers exceptional versatility for both casual and formal settings, responding well to a range of mounting philosophies. Its cushion outline and mixed brilliant faceting translate elegantly into a solitaire prong setting for everyday wear, where the depth and lively facet play remain visible at table and crown tilt, and into a halo or cluster composition for formal use, where surrounding diamonds enhance perceived size and emphasize the vivid blue. The stone’s color reads consistently across white, yellow, and rose metals, with cooler mountings tending to emphasize the sapphire’s pure blue notes, and warmer mountings introducing a complementary warmth without diminishing saturation. For designers and clients focused on longevity, the excellent polish and eye clean clarity allow for low risk during setting, and the documented heat treatment aligns with standard trade practices. At The Natural Sapphire Company we provide this GIA certified 2.61 carat Ceylon cushion sapphire as a technically refined option for connoisseurs seeking both a statement quality gem for special occasions and a durable, wearable piece for everyday elegance.