2.67 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

At The Natural Sapphire Company this 2.67 carat oval blue sapphire measures 8.67 x 6.81 x 5.38 mm and exhibits a refined mixed brilliant cut, with a brilliant style crown paired to a step style pavilion to optimize both color saturation and light return. The stone is transparent with a clarity grade of very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, indicating minute inclusions that do not interfere with visual performance under normal inspection. The vivid color intensity is classic Ceylon Sri Lanka, exhibiting a lively medium to strong blue with excellent saturation and even tone across the table. Cut quality and excellent polish are evident in precise facet junctions, consistent symmetry and crisp girdle finishing, all contributing to controlled light performance and clean facet reflections. Heat treatment has been applied for color enhancement following accepted trade practices, executed to preserve natural eye appeal while stabilizing hue and saturation.

Optically this sapphire distinguishes itself through the interplay of mixed brilliant faceting and corundum physical properties. Corundum has a refractive index that supports lively light return but relatively low dispersion compared to diamond, so the visual emphasis is on brilliance and scintillation rather than spectral fire. The brilliant crown facets create strong facet face up flash and rapid scintillation under movement, while the step pavilion sustains depth of color and yields broad, even flashes that enhance perceived saturation. Compared to Kashmir sapphires known for their plush, velvety diffusion of light and soft cornflower blue, this Ceylon example reads more lively and faceted, offering greater pinpoint scintillation and sharper facet contrast. Compared to classic Burmese stones that often show deeper, more saturated tones with rich internal glow, this stone presents a brighter, more vivacious blue with superior surface sparkle. Against Australian and Madagascan material that can appear darker or more inky, the Ceylon origin here favors clarity of tone and brisk reflection. In summary this sapphire combines the color character associated with Ceylon Sri Lanka with a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes both color and brilliance, delivering lively facet reflections and controlled depth that will perform exceptionally in most jewelry settings and under varied lighting conditions.