3.01 Ct. Bluish Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One beautiful transparent 3.01 carat cushion shape bluish purple sapphire from Ceylon Sri Lanka presents a rare combination of size, color and natural integrity, offered by The Natural Sapphire Company. Measuring 8.26 x 6.92 x 5.30 mm and cut in a mixed brilliant style, this stone balances a lively table with faceting that returns flashes of bluish violet throughout the pavilion. The clarity is very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which means the stone reads clean and bright to the eye while retaining natural character, and the excellent polish enhances scintillation and surface luster. Unlike many stones on the market that have been heat treated or otherwise enhanced to alter tone or clarity, this sapphire is reported as no enhancement, which makes it inherently more desirable to connoisseurs who prize natural state and traceable origin. Compared with typical commercial sapphires of similar color, this Ceylon gem offers a medium color intensity that translates to versatile wearability, not too dark to lose sparkle, and not too light to appear washed out, delivering a superb balance of brilliance and depth that few untreated stones in this weight class can match.

For a custom piece, this bluish purple cushion sapphire pairs beautifully with classic white diamonds for contrast, citron colored sapphires for a warm complementary palette, or soft pink sapphires for a romantic, tonal design. Set in platinum or white gold with a halo of round brilliant diamonds, the centre stone will read larger and the white sparkle will lift the cool purple tones, ideal for an engagement ring that reads both modern and timeless. For a bolder, vintage inspired look, flank the centre with tapered baguette diamonds or paired trillion cut sapphires in a three stone composition, the mixed brilliant cut will play with light between the side stones for dynamic motion on the hand. In yellow gold settings, the bluish purple gains a warmer halo effect, where small peach or champagne sapphires add a subtle contrast and enhance the gem’s violet notes. For a pendant, combining this cushion sapphire with a lower drop diamond or a mint green tsavorite accent creates elegant color contrast that is uncommon in mass market offerings. The Natural Sapphire Company can design settings that preserve the table light and showcase the stone’s natural polish and proportions, resulting in a custom jewel that highlights the sapphire’s unique provenance, superior natural quality, and lasting aesthetic value.