3.11 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the mineral-rich slopes of Ceylon Sri Lanka to the jeweler's bench, this sapphire has traveled a story that is visible at every glance. Formed deep within the earth over millions of years, the crystal that would become this 3.11 carat oval blue sapphire was unearthed in a landscape famed for producing sapphires with exceptional depth and character. The stone was chosen for its transparent body and intense color intensity, attributes that hinted at the beauty that measured 10.25 by 7.16 by 4.79 millimeters. At The Natural Sapphire Company we honor that geological history, preserving the gem's natural vibrancy while applying time tested treatments. This sapphire has been heat treated to enhance its hue, a responsible enhancement that brings forward the vivid blue without concealing its origin or the subtle inclusions that confirm its natural story, listed as very very slightly included evaluated at eye level.

The gem was shaped into an elegant oval and given a mixed brilliant cut, a decision that bridges classical form and modern brilliance. The mixed brilliant cut combines a faceted crown that captures and scatters light with a strategically faceted pavilion that returns light to the eye, producing a lively play of brilliance and depth. For this sapphire the cutter emphasized symmetry and facet junctions to maximize face up color while allowing flashes of white light to dance across the surface. The oval silhouette elongates the color field, making the intense blue appear even more saturated when viewed from the table. An excellent polish was applied, smoothing each facet to a mirror finish so that light moves through and off the gem without obstruction, enhancing both scintillation and the perception of clarity.

Wearing this sapphire is to wear a condensed narrative of earth and craft. The subtle natural inclusions, visible only under discerning examination, attest to its authenticity and origin from Ceylon Sri Lanka. The combined effect of weight, cut, and polish gives this 3.11 carat oval stone a presence that reads as refined and alive. At The Natural Sapphire Company we pair such gems with settings that honor their provenance and maximize their optical performance, ensuring that the gem you choose continues its journey, from ancient geological forces to contemporary jewelry, as a personal emblem of enduring beauty.