3.02 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exceptional, one of a kind gem begins with its weight, a true statement of premium quality at 3.02 carats, a scale that immediately sets it apart from the common finds in the market, and places it firmly in the category of collector quality sapphires. The Natural Sapphire Company is proud to present this transparent blue sapphire, with an elegant oval shape and precise proportions that measure 9.39 x 8.46 x 4.52 mm, a size that reads beautifully on the finger and performs magnificently in bespoke jewellery. The carat weight of 3.02 carries both visual presence and tangible rarity, something that experienced connoisseurs recognize as the threshold where beauty becomes legacy. When you hold this stone you feel the density and depth that only a well formed sapphire above three carats can offer, and you understand why such stones are kept for generations, rather than seasons.

The craftsmanship of the mixed brilliant cut is central to this sapphires premium character, a cutting style chosen to marry scintillation with the deep velvety saturation that collectors prize. Each facet has been executed with care, allowing the vivid color intensity to flash with lively internal fire while maintaining the strong, pure blue tones that define Ceylon material. At eye level this stone is eye clean, an important clarity grade for those who demand both polish and purity, and this clean sightline allows light to travel through the gem with minimal interruption, producing broad, wrapping flashes that read as quality even in soft light. The excellent polish completes the presentation, giving the surface a mirror like finish that intensifies the blue and provides a smooth, luxurious feel when set into a ring or pendant. In combination, carat weight, cut, clarity and polish speak to an uncompromising approach to quality that is the hallmark of premium gemstones.

Provenance is part of what makes a gemstone truly special, and this sapphire originates from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a source synonymous with some of the worlds most coveted blue sapphires. The stone has undergone a stable heat treatment, a widely accepted enhancement that brings out the best in color and clarity while maintaining the natural character and structural integrity of the material. Heat treatment, when disclosed and performed with care, is a mark of transparency and expertise, and it allows this particular sapphire to present a vivid color intensity that is both lively and deeply saturated. Because of its origin and treatment history, this sapphire occupies a rarefied position, appealing to collectors who value documented provenance and to clients seeking a distinct piece that tells a story of place and craft. Availability of stones of this size, with this level of transparency, color and polish from Ceylon is limited, and The Natural Sapphire Company offers this gem as part of a very small selection of top grade material, attracting an exclusive audience who understand that rarity is the true measure of desirability.

For those who wish to transform this sapphire into a bespoke family heirloom, the 3.02 carat weight and the oval dimensions provide extraordinary flexibility for design, and the mixed brilliant cut yields a sparkle profile that complements both classic and contemporary settings. Imagine this sapphire set in a timeless solitaire, held in a bespoke platinum mount that allows light to enter freely from below, or envisioned as the centerpiece of an asymmetric, couture design that showcases the vivid Ceylon blue against warm gold tones. The Natural Sapphire Company stands behind the gem with expert guidance on setting, design, and care, and with transparent documentation of the stones weight, measurements, cut style, clarity grade, color intensity, polish, enhancement, and origin. This is an opportunity to acquire not just a beautiful stone, but a rare and enduring treasure, one that signals membership in an elite group of owners who seek provenance, performance and prestige. If you value the combination of substantial carat weight, exceptional optical qualities, and the storied origin of Ceylon material, this 3.02 carat oval blue sapphire is a rare offering worth considering, and The Natural Sapphire Company is ready to assist in making it your definitive statement piece.