3.37 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There are gemstones that speak in whispers of centuries, and then there is this cushion shaped blue sapphire that speaks in a voice steeped in royal history. Sourced from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, and presented by The Natural Sapphire Company, this transparent 3.37 carat gem carries the echoes of ancient trade routes and the patronage of monarchs. Its dimensions of 9.02 by 7.18 by 5.85 mm give it a noble presence, large enough to command attention, and refined enough to remain classically wearable. The mixed brilliant cut marries the old world cushion silhouette with modern facet geometry, creating balanced light return and an ageless silhouette. The sapphire is eye clean when evaluated at eye level, a clarity that respects the raw character of natural corundum while ensuring a clean, uninterrupted face up appearance. With vivid color intensity and an excellent polish, the stone presents a saturated, velvety blue that reads both regal and contemporary. This sapphire has been heat treated, a traditional enhancement that stabilizes and deepens color, a practice widely accepted across fine gem circles, and one that The Natural Sapphire Company discloses with full transparency.

Beyond its specifications, this sapphire carries the legacy of Ceylon sapphires that have been sought after for centuries. Ceylon has long been celebrated for producing blues with clarity and a luminous, almost oceanic glow. The cushion shape has roots in early European jewelry, favored for its soft corners and poised elegance, and combined here with a mixed brilliant facet arrangement it offers a dialogue between fire and depth. The pavilion and crown facets have been cut to maximize a lively center sparkle, while preserving the deep blue saturation that gives the stone its commanding character. The excellent polish is a mark of the lapidary skill applied to each facet edge, creating facet windows that are both crisp and reflective. The resulting gem is one that will look as appropriate in a period inspired setting as in a contemporary bespoke design, making it an ideal choice for someone who values continuity between past and present. When you select a sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company, you are selecting not only a stone, but a lineage of sourcing, cutting, and care that honors historical significance and modern standards alike.

How this sapphire will perform under different lighting conditions is central to appreciating its full personality. In bright natural daylight, such as open sunlit outdoors, the stone will display an intense, saturated blue, with flashes of vivid royal blue emerging from the crown as sunlight penetrates and scatters through the mixed brilliant facets. The table will reveal a deep velvety core, while the facets around the girdle will return lively flashes, creating a dynamic face up appearance that reads as both deep and scintillating. In softer daylight, such as an overcast sky or shaded garden light, the color will take on a cooler, more meditative tone, showing subtle variations from rich indigo to clear cornflower blue, the clarity keeping the transitions clean and elegant. Under warm incandescent light, the sapphire will deepen and become more plush in tone, the blue leaning slightly toward a warmer midnight hue, which enhances its regal appeal for evening wear. Modern LED lighting will emphasize the stone s brilliance and facet structure, producing brisk flashes of lighter blue and enhancing the polished facet edges. In candlelight and other low, warm light environments, the sapphire will reveal its velvety depth, with softer pulses of color and subdued sparkle that lend an intimate and timeless quality. The mixed brilliant cut ensures strong scintillation in motion, and the eye clean clarity allows each flash of light to be read without distraction, giving this gem a versatile personality that adapts from day to night with graceful continuity.

This sapphire is ideally suited to become a center stone for an heirloom ring, a distinguished pendant, or a thoughtful commission that will be passed through generations. In a white metal setting, such as platinum or white gold, the vivid blue will appear pure and crisp, the contrast creating a modern stage for the stone s color. In a warm metal setting, such as yellow gold, the stone will read with a luxurious, classical sensibility, the warm metal accentuating the deep, saturated tones and evoking historical royal jewelry. Because the gem is eye clean and well polished, it pairs well with accent diamonds or with pared back settings that allow the sapphire s color and cut to be the central narrative. The fact that the sapphire originates from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, is a meaningful provenance that links it to centuries of gem mining tradition, and The Natural Sapphire Company stands behind this lineage with meticulous documentation and ethical sourcing practices. Heat treatment has enhanced the inherent beauty of this stone, and it is considered a stable and permanent enhancement when cared for appropriately. For care, gentle cleaning with warm, soapy water and a soft brush is recommended, avoiding extreme temperature shocks and rough knocks, so that the beauty you see today remains as luminous for the next generation.

When you contemplate this cushion shaped 3.37 carat blue sapphire, picture the continuity it carries from ancient quarries to a modern jewelry box. Picture the faces at court who once prized similar stones for their color, and picture the way it will glow on a modern wrist or finger, a living bridge between eras. The Natural Sapphire Company invites the discerning collector and the romantically minded alike to consider this sapphire, a stone that is both an artifact and a contemporary treasure. It is a piece that will not only shine under varied lighting, but will also stand as a testament to enduring taste, careful craftsmanship, and the timeless allure of Ceylon blue.