4.97 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There is a moment when a gem takes your breath away, when color and light combine to create a feeling of joy that seems to belong only to you, and this GIA certified blue sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company delivers that moment with quiet confidence. We present a transparent, oval shape sapphire weighing 4.97 carat, a weight that sits on the cusp of the rare and the remarkable. At 11.12 by 8.14 by 6.40 mm, this stone has the presence of a substantial gem without ever feeling heavy, a jewel that announces itself with shimmering seriousness on the hand. The mixed brilliant cut brings modern scintillation to a classic oval silhouette, while the excellent polish ensures every facet sings when light touches it. When you hold this Ceylon sapphire in your palm, you feel the thoughtful precision of expert cutting and the generous heart of a gem that will create memories for a lifetime.

Carat weight is more than a number, it is the measure of how a sapphire will sit in life, how it will catch glances and anchor feelings into lasting memory. At 4.97 carat, this sapphire crosses an emotional threshold, it is large enough to be instantly admired, yet intimate enough to be worn daily, to grow with the wearer. Stones near the five carat mark are significantly rarer than their smaller counterparts, and that rarity immediately adds to both sentimental and intrinsic value. The weight amplifies the color, allowing the medium intense blue to breathe and shift with each movement, creating that mesmerising play between royal depth and fresh Ceylon clarity. Because this sapphire is transparent and has a clarity grade of very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, the light that travels through its body is uninterrupted, resulting in a lively, alive blue that seems to glow from within.

A gem like this is defined by the way its physical attributes work together to create beauty and worth. The mixed brilliant cut emphasizes sparkle on the crown while deepening saturation in the pavilion, and the 6.40 mm depth supports strong light return that enhances the medium intense color. The excellent polish gives the surface a smooth mirror finish, so reflections are clean and every facet edge is crisp. This sapphire is heat treated, a common and accepted enhancement that brings out the stone's best color potential while retaining natural character and origin traits. Origin matters, and this stone comes from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a source celebrated for producing sapphires with a luminous, velvety blue that seems to carry the island light. Paired with the GIA certification, the origin and treatment details confirm transparency in provenance, so when you choose this gem you are choosing both beauty and integrity.

Imagine presenting this sapphire as a gift, placing it into a ring or pendant and watching the recipient’s face transform. The 4.97 carat weight creates a narrative of significance, it tells a story of a deliberate choice, of a promise that is meant to last. In the language of gemstones, weight communicates intent, and stones of this caliber become heirlooms, pieces that will be passed down with stories attached. The Natural Sapphire Company understands that a gem of this weight is both an emotional beacon and a tangible investment. Larger, high quality sapphires from Ceylon are sought after by collectors and connoisseurs, and their market desirability often reflects the combination of weight, clarity, and color. For someone designing a signature engagement ring or a statement jewel that will be worn to mark life milestones, a 4.97 carat sapphire provides the perfect balance of wow factor and everyday elegance.

We invite you to experience this stone in person, to see how the medium intense blue shimmers under daylight, and to feel how the 4.97 carat weight makes a quiet promise of rarity and value. At The Natural Sapphire Company we pair each GIA certified gem with the knowledge and care required to help you select settings that honor the stone, and to ensure that its weight and character are showcased to their fullest. Whether you are imagining a bespoke ring design, a classic solitaire, or an elegant pendant, this Ceylon blue sapphire offers a combination of size, clarity, and color that will translate into joy every time it is worn. Reach out to us, and let us guide you to a setting that will make this exceptional 4.97 carat sapphire the centerpiece of stories you will tell for years to come.