2.74 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There are gems that speak quietly of wealth, and there are gems that announce a refined sensibility, and this transparent 2.74 carat oval blue sapphire from Ceylon will command attention in either company. Sourced from the storied mines of Sri Lanka, this sapphire measures 8.86 by 7.41 by 4.95 millimeters, a proportion that balances presence with elegant wearability, a stone that sits with measured dignity upon the hand or at the center of a neckpiece. The hue is vivid, a saturated blue that retains a velvety depth across the table and into the pavilion, inviting the eye to linger. The clarity has been evaluated at eye level and described as eye clean, a testament to the gemmaker and cutter who rendered internal characteristics discreet enough to allow an unobstructed view into the stone. The mixed brilliant cut and excellent polish work together to deliver scintillation and depth, facets arranged to catch and return light with a lively, yet sophisticated, personality. From The Natural Sapphire Company this sapphire arrives as an object of desire, a quiet proclamation of taste and discernment.

The technical artistry of this piece is where luxury and craft meet. The oval silhouette elongates and flatters, creating the illusion of a larger footprint without sacrificing comfort. A mixed brilliant cut unites a faceting scheme that maximizes brilliance on the crown while preserving color saturation through the pavilion. Each facet has been given an attentive finish, the excellent polish ensuring that light crosses surfaces cleanly, yielding flashes of brilliance and rich flashes of blue. Heat treatment, the enhancement applied to this sapphire, is a long established, stable treatment that gently intensifies color and harmonizes tone, while leaving the natural character of the stone intact. The result is a vivid blue that reads as both natural and perfected, an effect sought by connoisseurs who require authenticity alongside optical perfection. To own this sapphire is to possess a conversation piece, one that references both the geology of Ceylon and the human hand that fashioned it into its present form.

Durability is an intrinsic part of a gemstone that is meant to be worn, and here this sapphire excels. Corundum, the species to which sapphire belongs, registers a nine on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, second only to diamond which sits at ten. In practical terms, that means this stone is extraordinarily resistant to scratching, capable of enduring daily wear in an engagement ring or a statement cuff without yielding to surface abrasion under normal conditions. The sapphire will not scuff easily against metals, glass, or common household items, and its robust hardness preserves polish and facet edge crispness over the years. Despite this resilience, prudent care will maintain its beauty. Clean with warm water and a mild soap using a soft brush, rinse thoroughly, and dry with a soft cloth. Avoid exposure to harsh chemicals and extreme thermal shock, and when in doubt store separately to protect delicate settings and to prevent contact with softer gems. For those who want the utmost reassurance, professional cleaning and inspection will ensure settings remain secure and the stone continues to perform at its best.

To bring this gem into your collection is to claim a piece of provenance and prestige, an achievement that reflects sophisticated style and a commitment to quality. Envision this oval sapphire set within a bespoke ring, the vivid Ceylon blue flanked by slender shoulders of polished platinum, or mounted as the luminous heart of a modern pendant, suspended where light will kiss its facets. The Natural Sapphire Company stands behind the lineage and description of this stone, offering both the narrative of origin and the material assurance of its attributes. Whether selected as the centerpiece of an heirloom commission, or as a singular indulgence that affirms status and taste, this 2.74 carat Ceylon sapphire is more than an object. It is a legacy in color, an heirloom in the making, and a declaration that true luxury is measured not only in rarity, but in the quiet certainty of refined choice.