3.09 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exceptional transparent oval blue sapphire weighs 3.09 carats, and measures 9.81 by 7.65 by 4.69 millimeters, and is a singular example of Ceylon origin beauty that only a select few will have the chance to own. Its mixed brilliant cut has been executed to balance depth of color with scintillation, creating a profile that reads both classic and contemporary. Evaluated at eye level it carries a clarity grade of very very slightly included, which means that under close inspection a trained eye may note minute natural features, while to the casual observer the stone appears impeccably clean. The vivid color intensity is the defining characteristic, a saturated yet luminous blue that whispers rather than shouts, and the excellent polish gives each facet an almost liquid finish. Heat treatment has been applied to stabilize and enhance the innate hue, a standard and accepted practice that honors the stone while preserving its natural character. This piece is offered exclusively by The Natural Sapphire Company, and its combination of size, color, cut, and provenance places it in a rarefied category that will appeal to collectors who understand that true rarity is not only about weight, but about harmony of qualities.

Under different lighting conditions this sapphire reveals personality and nuance, transforming from regal to intimate with an effortless change of scene. In bright daylight, and especially in cool northern light, the vivid blue becomes crystalline and pure, radiating an even, velvety tone that allows the eye to travel across its surface and appreciate the precision of the mixed brilliant facets. In warm sunlight the stone takes on deeper cornflower to royal blue notes, with flashes of indigo at the facet junctions that lend a three dimensional depth. Under modern white LED lighting the polish and facet junctions flash with lively scintillation, making the sapphire appear lively and brimming with internal motion, a quality prized in fine jewelry where movement accompanies the wearer. In incandescent light and candlelit settings the stone blooms into a richer, more alluring blue, and the warmth of the environment softens the edges of color, creating an evocative glow that flatters skin tones. When set in a ring under spotlighting the pavilion and table work together to produce pinpoint flashes of brilliance, while softer, diffused interior lighting highlights the jewel like saturation and creates an impression of inner luminosity. The mixed brilliant cut is particularly adept at balancing these effects, so that the stone reads as both vivid and nuanced, and remains compelling whether it is the centerpiece at a gala, or the private pleasure of a quiet evening.

Owning this 3.09 carat Ceylon sapphire is a statement of discernment, and The Natural Sapphire Company presents this gem as part of a curated offering intended for connoisseurs who seek provenance and integrity as well as beauty. Ceylon sapphires are celebrated for their lively, pure blues, and this specimen exemplifies that lineage through its hue, its transparency, and the fine polish applied by experienced lapidaries. The heat treatment performed is fully disclosed, and it serves to stabilize the stone while enhancing the vivid color that makes it so desirable, a practice that is common among high quality natural sapphires and one that preserves the natural character of the gem. Whether envisioned in a bespoke engagement ring, a pendant that catches the eye, or a collector cabinet beside other rare stones, this sapphire carries a quiet exclusivity, a reminder that true luxury favors the restrained and the rare. For those who seek to join an elite group of owners who understand the subtleties of color, cut, and origin, this sapphire offers a rare convergence of attributes, and our specialists at The Natural Sapphire Company are available to discuss custom mounting options, certification details, and secure private viewing arrangements, so that this exceptional stone may become a personal heirloom for generations to come.