5.59 Ct. Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Across centuries, sapphires have been woven into the fabric of sovereign jewelry and sacred rites, symbols of fidelity, protection, and enduring beauty, this 5.59 carat cushion shaped blue sapphire from Ceylon evokes that timeless legacy with every facet, sourced from Sri Lanka an island famed for producing some of the finest blue sapphires in the world, at The Natural Sapphire Company we honor that heritage by presenting gems that carry both history and exceptional gemological qualities, this stone measures 10.42 x 8.86 x 6.79 mm, a size that commands presence while remaining elegantly wearable, the mixed brilliant cut balances facet pattern and light return to create both scintillation and classic depth, its intense color intensity recalls the deep sea blues praised by ancient traders, clarity graded as very slightly included when viewed at eye level assures that the stone reads as clean and luminous to the wearer, the polish is excellent, giving a mirror like finish to the pavilion and crown that enhances the gemographic personality, the stone has been heat treated a traditional and stable enhancement that refines color and clarity without diminishing the stone s natural origins.

This cushion sapphire is especially suited to custom jewelry, its generous 10 by 9 millimeter footprint fits comfortably in a wide range of settings from a regal solitaire ring to a sculptural pendant or a refined three stone design, the cushion outline offers a classic silhouette that complements both vintage inspired and contemporary settings, designers appreciate the mixed brilliant cut because it provides an adaptable interplay of sparkle and depth that photographs beautifully and translates to striking movement under real world light, the proportions, including a depth of 6.79 mm, make the gem stable for secure bezel or prong settings while allowing enough pavilion to showcase precise faceting, for bespoke commissions at The Natural Sapphire Company this sapphire is an ideal centerpiece for an engagement ring that speaks of legacy, a statement ring intended to be worn for generations, or a pendant that captures light with every step, the intensity of color paired with a very slightly included clarity yields a stone that feels both luxurious and authentic, a reminder that true heirlooms combine provenance, craftsmanship, and a gem that carries the story of its origin.