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

Across centuries sapphires from Ceylon Sri Lanka have been prized not only for their color but for the stories they carry, and this gem is a living echo of that tradition. In ancient courts and sacred temples sapphires were entrusted to signify wisdom, protection, and sovereignty, worn by rulers and clergy alike. The cushion shape has long been associated with classic elegance, recalling the warm proportions of antique gems set into signet rings and royal jewels, while the mixed brilliant cut bridges the past and present by marrying vintage form with modern light performance. This 3.12 carat transparent bluish purple sapphire with dimensions 8.66 x 7.94 x 5.19 mm captures that continuity, its vivid color intensity and excellent polish reflecting a lineage of lapidary skill that spans oceans and generations.

For the discerning patron who values heritage and natural origin this sapphire from Ceylon Sri Lanka represents an unaltered chapter in gemmaking. The stone is unenhanced, no enhancement, and its clarity grade is very slightly included evaluated at eye level, a quality that speaks to authenticity rather than artificial perfection. The mixed brilliant cut provides scintillation that honors the stonemaking traditions of old while offering the brilliance expected in contemporary jewelry. Set as a center stone in an heirloom ring, a pendant meant to be passed down, or a bespoke signet that recalls ceremonial uses, this cushion sapphire will age with dignity and acquire personal history with every wear. At The Natural Sapphire Company we take pride in sourcing sapphires with verifiable provenance and natural character, and this gem exemplifies the enduring appeal of Ceylon material that has adorned crowns and devotional objects for centuries. For clients seeking a piece that is both rooted in tradition and prepared for modern life this sapphire offers a rare combination of historical resonance, natural origin, and gemological excellence.