3.96 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

When you are searching for a single exceptional gemstone to end your quest for the perfect statement piece, this cushion shaped blue sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company answers that call with confidence. We offer a transparent 3.96 carat cushion sapphire, precisely measured at 9.81 by 8.86 by 5.50 mm, cut in a mixed brilliant style that maximizes both fire and depth. The gem displays a vivid color intensity that reads as a deep royal blue in most lighting situations, and an excellent polish that allows each facet to sing. Evaluated at eye level as eye clean, this sapphire reveals no inclusions that would distract from its vibrant color or light performance, so the viewer sees purity and presence first and foremost. Originating from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, and enhanced by careful heat treatment to refine color and clarity, this sapphire combines natural beauty with proven enhancement techniques that are widely accepted in the trade, making it a confident choice for an engagement ring or a rare addition to a collector portfolio.

Size matters when a gemstone is meant to dominate a setting and to draw attention with quiet authority, and this sapphire delivers on that promise. At nearly four carats and with generous dimensions, its surface area reads large and luxurious when set as a center stone, and the cushion outline provides a classic silhouette that flatters many hand shapes. The mixed brilliant cut is balanced to return light from both the crown and pavilion, so movement creates lively flashes of blue and subtle pinpoints of white light, making the stone come alive whether worn in daylight or under evening lighting. Because the stone is eye clean evaluated at eye level, those flashes of light are uninterrupted by visible inclusions, resulting in a bold, clean visual impression that is essential for statement jewelry. The excellent polish further enhances the visual depth, giving the color a velvety intensity that seems to glow from within, a quality that becomes the focal point of any bespoke ring design or pendant.

This sapphire is ideal for the customer seeking a long term heirloom or a showstopping engagement ring, because it combines premium attributes that experienced buyers know to value. The Ceylon origin offers a storied provenance appreciated by connoisseurs, with a slightly lively and bright character to the blue that complements both classic and modern settings. Heat treatment is disclosed, as transparency about enhancement is a core value at The Natural Sapphire Company, and this treatment is stable and standard in the industry to achieve the vivid hue and clean appearance seen here. Consider settings that celebrate the stone size and clarity, such as a solitaire in platinum for maximum contrast and security, a halo of fine white diamonds to amplify brilliance, or a three stone design when pairing this sapphire with responsibly sourced side stones. Metal choices like platinum, white gold, yellow gold, or rose gold each offer a different mood, and the deep vivid blue of this gem responds beautifully to each, so your design can be tailored to personal taste while ensuring the sapphire remains the unequivocal centerpiece.

We understand that selecting a significant gemstone is both an emotional decision and an investment in future beauty, and our team at The Natural Sapphire Company stands ready to guide you through every step. Our gem specialists can discuss setting ideas, ring proportions, and design options that will best showcase the 9.81 by 8.86 by 5.50 mm cushion profile and the mixed brilliant cut, ensuring the stone sits with balanced depth and optimal light return. We also provide care guidance to preserve the vivid color and excellent polish, such as gentle cleaning with warm soapy water and occasional professional inspections to maintain prong security. This sapphire is crafted to be worn and admired, to mark a milestone, and to be passed along as a treasured heirloom, because its combination of substantial size, eye clean clarity evaluated at eye level, vivid color intensity, and excellent polish create a presence that is difficult to match. If you are ready to make your search for the perfect statement piece a confident conclusion, allow The Natural Sapphire Company to assist you in bringing this magnificent Ceylon sapphire into your life.