3.41 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This listing presents one beautiful transparent 3.41 carat oval blue sapphire, with dimensions of 10.53 x 7.93 x 5.01 mm, a mixed brilliant cut, and a clarity grade assessed as very very slightly included at eye level. The stone displays intense color intensity and an excellent polish, offering a lively face up performance with strong brilliance from the brilliant facets and a pleasing pavilion balance from the mixed cut. This sapphire is heat treated, a common and accepted enhancement that stabilizes and enhances the color without compromising the natural origin. The provenance is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a classic source known for producing sapphires with lively, vibrant blues and a distinct velvety saturation that appeals to collectors and connoisseurs. At The Natural Sapphire Company we prioritize transparency regarding treatments and origin, and we welcome requests for additional documentation and imagery to support informed buying decisions.

For an educated buyer considering long term value, this natural Ceylon sapphire offers several important advantages over lab grown alternatives. Natural sapphires form over geological time, creating unique internal characteristics and growth patterns that serve as a fingerprint for origin and authenticity, attributes that many collectors prize and that can support resale and heirloom value. The very very slightly included clarity of this stone means it remains eye clean while retaining natural inclusions that confirm its natural genesis, unlike lab grown stones which often appear too uniform and lack provenance. While lab grown sapphires can offer attractive price points and physical properties similar to natural stones, they generally lack the rarity, historical narrative, and established secondary market performance of natural gemstones. Natural stones from reputable sources like Ceylon carry a story of place and formation, and the disclosed heat treatment is an industry standard that improves appearance while maintaining the natural character of the gem.

Choosing this 3.41 carat Ceylon sapphire balances aesthetic excellence and responsible disclosure, combining intense natural color, an elegant mixed brilliant cut, and excellent polish with a clarity grade that assures visual purity at eye level. At The Natural Sapphire Company we support discerning buyers by providing clear treatment disclosure, origin information, and guidance on long term value versus lab grown alternatives, helping clients select a sapphire that aligns with their investment goals and their appreciation for naturally formed treasures.