3.36 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

At The Natural Sapphire Company we present a gem that reads like poetry in precious form, a heart shaped blue sapphire weighing 3.36 carats, measuring 8.90 by 10.36 by 4.71 millimeters, cut to a mixed brilliant standard and finished with an excellent polish. Its light color intensity evokes a quiet, sky like blue that seems to breathe with every movement, a color that is refined rather than loud, and supremely wearable for the person who prefers elegance that whispers rather than shouts. The stone is transparent with a clarity grade of very slightly included evaluated at eye level, a testament to the rare combination of size and purity in this hue. Originating from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, this sapphire carries the storied provenance of one of the world’s most honored sources for blue sapphires, and the heat treatment applied is a traditional and stable enhancement that deepens tone while respecting the natural character of the crystal. The heart shape itself is beautifully executed, its lobes balanced and its cleft well proportioned, offering a silhouette that is instantly recognisable and infinitely romantic.

When comparing brilliance and light performance to more commonly encountered gemstones, this sapphire makes a distinctive case for itself. Diamonds remain the benchmark for fire and scintillation because of their high refractive index and dispersion, and yet a sapphire of this quality excels where color and depth of tone are prized, offering a luminous body color that interacts with light to produce a cool, luminous glow rather than merely bright sparkle. Against aquamarine and blue topaz which often present paler tones and more glass like flashes, this Ceylon sapphire displays a fuller, more saturated presence while maintaining a soft and luminous clarity. The mixed brilliant cut fuses the best of faceting philosophies, combining a faceting scheme that encourages scintillation with angles that preserve the stone’s color and depth. The result is a lively, lively play of light across the heart, facets that return light with crispness, and a surface polish that accentuates both brilliance and the gentle, watery blue that makes Ceylon sapphires so coveted. In person this stone will read as both substantial and refined, commanding attention without forsaking subtlety.

Owning this heart shaped blue sapphire is an achievement for the collector with an eye for provenance and form, and for the wearer who values a jewel that speaks to both heritage and modern refinement. The 3.36 carat weight translates to a presence on the hand that is immediately notable, yet the light blue tone keeps the effect elegant and versatile, ideal for a bespoke engagement piece or a signature ring mined from a deep appreciation for natural beauty. At The Natural Sapphire Company we are committed to ensuring each sapphire is offered with complete transparency regarding origin and enhancement, and we stand ready to advise on settings that will maximize the mixed brilliant cut’s scintillation while protecting the stone for generations to come. If your desire is for a gem that marries romantic symbolism with collector grade provenance, this Ceylon heart shaped sapphire is a rare and refined choice, an objet of desire whose quiet radiance will become the hallmark of your most treasured moments. Contact us to view this gem in person, to discuss custom mounting options, or to learn more about its journey from Ceylon to your hand.