5.56 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exceptional blue sapphire from Ceylon captures the qualities that serious buyers look for, while offering value that stands out against much of what is available on the market. Weighing 5.56 carat, and cut to a comfortable and classic cushion shape with dimensions of 9.90 x 9.76 x 6.25 mm, this stone presents a powerful presence without requiring an oversized setting. The mixed brilliant cut has been executed to balance strong scintillation with a deep, even color presentation, and the excellent polish ensures every facet returns light with crisp, lively performance. Clarity is very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means that under normal viewing conditions the stone reads as transparent and clean, with only the sort of minor internal characteristics that confirm natural origin and add personality to the gem. Color is a vivid intensity blue that sits above the many pale or overly dark stones common in the general market, offering a pure and saturated tone that looks striking in both white and warm metal settings.

The Ceylon origin of this sapphire is an important and tangible advantage, and it is a key reason this gem is more desirable than many alternatives. Sri Lankan sapphires have a long and documented reputation for producing stones with lively, vivid hues that combine brightness with depth, qualities that collectors and designers prize because they translate to beauty on the hand, even under varied lighting. Provenance from Ceylon often conveys a particular character to the color, a combination of clarity and vivid tone that differs from many other deposits, and this subtle signature of origin adds both aesthetic and market value. For buyers who compare similar carat weights and cuts, a verified Ceylon source is commonly considered superior because it signals a specific regional quality, and when combined with the gemological attributes of this piece, the result is a sapphire that is both visually more appealing and more collectible. The enhancement of heat treatment is a standard, accepted process used to refine and stabilize the color, and when performed and disclosed responsibly, as it is here, it enhances the long term wearability and beauty without compromising integrity.

When you compare this sapphire to other options on the market, the advantage becomes clear in several practical ways, making The Natural Sapphire Company the right partner for purchase and customization. In many listings buyers will find larger stones that are poorly cut, or highly included material that demands a discount, or smaller stones with deeper but muddy color that lacks brilliance. This 5.56 carat cushion sapphire delivers an optimal balance of size, cut, color saturation, and clarity, which means less compromise and a quicker path to a showpiece setting. The mixed brilliant cut provides contemporary fire and classical depth, the excellent polish maximizes mirror like facet surfaces, and the vivid color intensity ensures the stone remains bold without appearing unnaturally dark. For bespoke engagement rings, statement pieces, or investment quality acquisitions, this stone offers a superior value proposition because you are acquiring a gem whose sensory appeal and documented Ceylon origin together command enduring desirability. At The Natural Sapphire Company we stand behind our gemstones with accurate descriptions, provenance verification, and personal service to guide you through comparisons, setting options, and long term care, so that this sapphire will perform beautifully for years to come.