3.09 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

A rare opportunity awaits the collector who seeks a single stone that combines provenance, beauty, and enduring value, this magnificent transparent 3.09 carat round Ceylon blue sapphire is a study in classical gem elegance, carefully evaluated and presented by The Natural Sapphire Company. Its precise dimensions of 8.38 by 8.15 by 5.78 millimeters give the stone a presence that reads as substantial in the hand and refined on the finger, while the mixed brilliant cut multiplies flashes of light from every angle. The clarity has been graded as eye clean at typical viewing distances, which allows the intense blue color to dominate the viewing experience without distraction, and the excellent polish ensures every facet edge is crisp and reflective. Heat treatment has been honestly disclosed as the enhancement used to bring out the best in this gemstone, a widely accepted and stable treatment that enhances color while preserving the natural origin and structure of the sapphire. Origin matters in the world of fine sapphires, and this gem is from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a source celebrated for producing sapphires that combine a vivid hue with a luminous, velvety tone, qualities that make this stone an exceptional candidate for an heirloom quality setting.

Viewed face up, the sapphire announces itself with a deep, vibrant blue that sits squarely in the realm of intense color, the sort of tone that reads as regal and modern at the same time, a color that is neither overly dark nor washed out, but perfectly balanced for wearability and visual impact. The mixed brilliant cut was chosen to amplify both color and brilliance, marrying facets that capture and return light in scintillating flashes while also preserving the stone body color, and the cut proportions have been executed to emphasize a lively crown and a pavilion that returns light with a velvety depth. At 3.09 carats the stone crosses a threshold of desirability for collectors who prize a combination of size, color, and clarity, and the slightly over eight millimeter diameter offers a classic scale for a solitaire ring or a centerpiece for a bespoke pendant. In hand the sapphire displays a lively interplay between bright facet reflections and deeper flashes of blue, a quality that rewards movement and ambient light, ensuring that the gem remains arresting under sunlight, evening light, and artificial illumination.

For the discerning collector this sapphire is more than a gemstone, it is a rare compositional moment of geology and human skill, a stone ready to be set into a piece that will be worn, admired, and passed down. The Natural Sapphire Company presents this gem with the confidence that it will enhance a high end gemstone collection, providing a focal point that complements other treasures and stands on its own as a museum quality specimen. Because fine sapphires from Sri Lanka with this combination of intense color and eye clean clarity are infrequently available on the market, ownership confers membership in an exclusive group of collectors who value provenance, optical performance, and honest disclosure. Each facet tells a part of the stone story, from the crystallization that took place deep in the earth to the careful cutting and polishing that revealed the gem inside, and having such a stone in your collection is a testament to refined taste, disciplined connoisseurship, and an appreciation for natural rarity.

This sapphire is a perfect candidate for a custom commission, it will respond beautifully to a setting that allows light to interact with the pavilion and crown while protecting the gem for long term enjoyment, settings in platinum or 18 karat gold will provide architectural contrast to the blue, and a minimalist solitaire will emphasize color while a halo or side stones can add presence and modernity without overwhelming the core gem. Collectors who seek to invest in beauty will appreciate that this piece has been fully disclosed regarding its heat treatment, and its Ceylon origin is a mark of classic sapphire pedigree. The Natural Sapphire Company stands ready to assist with bespoke design, independent gemological documentation, and discreet concierge services for shipping and secure storage, ensuring that acquisition is seamless and satisfying. For those who understand rarity and who desire an object that combines storied origin, exceptional optical properties, and refined dimensions, this 3.09 carat Ceylon blue sapphire is a singular offering, a stone that will elevate a high end collection and become a cherished part of an enduring legacy.