4.73 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

When you are searching for the one sapphire that will complete an engagement ring, elevate a collection, or become a treasured family heirloom, you want certainty, beauty, and provenance. This lovely transparent blue sapphire from Ceylon meets those needs and more. GIA certified for authenticity and quality, this 4.73 carat cushion shape gem measures 10.71 by 8.05 by 5.86 mm and is cut in a mixed brilliant style to maximize life and scintillation. At The Natural Sapphire Company we understand that buyers want a gem that looks extraordinary in person, and this sapphire answers that desire with an intense blue color that is vivid without being overly dark, and with an excellent polish that ensures bright, lively reflections from every facet. If you are choosing a stone for an engagement ring, you will appreciate its size and presence on the finger, and if you are a collector you will value its clear documentation and classic Ceylon origin.

Technically this sapphire is a gem of exceptional balance. The mixed brilliant cut pairs the soft, feminine lines of the cushion silhouette with expertly placed facets that channel light deep into the stone and then return it as vivid color and sparkle. The GIA certificate confirms a clarity grade of very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which most gemologists would describe as essentially eye clean. The polish is graded excellent, which means the surface facets are finished to a mirror level, and every movement of the stone is rewarded with crisp flashes of blue. The enhancement is heat treatment, which is a stable and widely accepted method to improve tone and saturation in corundum, and it is disclosed openly because transparency matters to us. The origin, Ceylon Sri Lanka, contributes to the gem character with a velvety, lively blue typical of the island, and the dimensions give jewelers a generous canvas for a custom setting whether in platinum, yellow gold, or rose gold.

Inclusions are often discussed as flaws, but in fine natural sapphires they are instead fingerprints of origin and history that add personality and traceability. This 4.73 carat Ceylon sapphire contains minute inclusions that are consistent with natural formation, and while they are very very slight at eye level they perform an important role in the gem story. Under magnification you may notice subtle needle like features and tiny mineral crystals that run with the crystal growth, these are markers that gemologists use to confirm natural origin and to distinguish Sri Lankan stones from those of other regions. These tiny inclusions also contribute to the internal depth and the way the color plays across the pavilion, creating zones of rich blue and lively shimmer. For a buyer who wants both beauty and authenticity, these natural identifiers are reassuring, because they tie the stone to a specific geological heritage and make it unique in the world, unlike synthetic or treated material that lacks such distinctive internal structure.

Choosing this sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company completes a search with confidence and style. Picture this cushion shape center in an elegant solitaire, in a halo that intensifies the blue, or as the focal point of a bespoke statement ring, all set to take advantage of the stones generous table and brilliant facet arrangement. For collectors, the GIA certification and the Ceylon origin add provenance and resale value, while the eye clean appearance and intense color ensure that the gem is both wearable and admired. We invite you to imagine the peace of mind that comes from clear disclosure, expert cutting, and a balance of rare size and classic hue. If your quest is for a sapphire that reads as singular, refined, and enduring, this 4.73 carat cushion shape blue sapphire is the answer, and The Natural Sapphire Company is ready to assist you in choosing a setting, arranging secure delivery, and providing the documentation that confirms your investment.