2.90 Ct. Greenish Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This sapphire presents as a finely proportioned, transparent oval weighing 2.90 carat, with measurements of 9.88 by 7.92 by 4.36 millimeters, and a mixed brilliant cut that balances broad face up presence with lively internal scintillation. The gem exhibits a greenish blue hue with intense color saturation, and it is described as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which indicates minimal visible inclusions that do not detract from its visual impact. The polish is excellent, providing crisp facet junctions and a smooth surface that enhances light return and overall brilliance. There is no enhancement to this stone, meaning it has undergone no heat treatment or other modifications, and its natural state contributes to both its rarity and collector interest.

Origin is an important attribute for sapphires, and this piece comes from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a historic source known for producing sapphires with lively tones and exceptional transparency. The combination of Ceylon provenance and lack of enhancement supports the gem’s natural character and can be meaningful for buyers who value traceable origin and untreated material. The mixed brilliant cut works particularly well with the intense greenish blue color, distributing light across the table and crown while maintaining depth at the pavilion. The clarity grading of very slightly included, reported at eye level by experienced gemologists, confirms that the stone presents a clean window to the color, allowing the sapphire to read as vivid and engaging when set.

For an engagement ring, this sapphire is an especially fitting choice owing to its balance of presence, durability, and color. Corundum ranks nine on the Mohs hardness scale, making sapphire notably resistant to scratches and wear typical of daily wear settings, and this resilience supports long term use in an engagement ring. At 2.90 carat and with an elongated oval outline, the gem offers appreciable finger coverage without overwhelming proportion, and the mixed brilliant cut produces a lively face up appearance that translates to attractive sparkle in a variety of lighting conditions. The intense greenish blue tone reads as both modern and classic, pairing well with white gold, platinum, and yellow gold settings, and the relatively clean clarity means the stone will look luminous under accent diamonds or in solitaire presentations.

The Natural Sapphire Company presents this sapphire with attention to provenance, assessment, and practical considerations for use as an engagement gem. The lack of enhancement, excellent polish, and clear transparency align with expectations for an engagement center stone that will be worn daily and treasured for generations. Recommended settings include four or six prong solitaire mounts for maximum light performance, bezel settings for enhanced protection while preserving the stone’s silhouette, and halo settings to emphasize brilliance and perceived size. Routine care requires only periodic cleaning with warm water, mild detergent, and a soft brush, and professional inspection of the setting at regular intervals will ensure the gem remains secure. For those who seek a natural, untreated Ceylon sapphire with strong visual appeal and enduring physical properties, this 2.90 carat greenish blue oval represents a compelling option as an engagement center, offered and supported by The Natural Sapphire Company.