6.22 Ct. Violet Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There are rare moments when a gemstone arrives that redefines what you expect from a natural sapphire, and this cushion violet sapphire is precisely one of those moments. Offered exclusively by The Natural Sapphire Company, this 6.22 carat treasure carries an air of distinction that will immediately set it apart in any collection. Sourced from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a place celebrated for producing sapphires of exceptional character, this stone brings forward a legacy of fine color and respected origin. Its intense violet body color is unusual and captivating, a hue that reads as both regal and modern, and that will draw attention whether set in a bespoke ring, pendant, or presented as the centerpiece in an elevated collection. Availability of stones like this is limited, and owning it means joining a select group of connoisseurs who appreciate the rarity of a large, transparent sapphire with such refined attributes.

The gemological attributes are as compelling as its provenance, beginning with the cushion shape and a mixed brilliant cut that has been executed to maximize scintillation and depth. Measuring 12.16 by 9.53 by 5.86 millimeters, the proportions are generous and balanced, offering a face up presence that reads larger than its carat weight might suggest. The mixed brilliant cut brings together the best of both worlds, delivering brilliant flashes from the crown facets while preserving depth and color through the pavilion. The polish is excellent, which allows light to enter and return with minimal obstruction, creating lively sparkle and a satiny finish that enhances the intense violet saturation. At eye level the clarity is graded slightly included, which is typical for natural sapphires of this size and origin, and the inclusions do not detract from the gem’s overall transparency or performance. This sapphire has undergone a heat treatment, a widely accepted and stable enhancement that brings out the vivid color and refines clarity, and the result is a stone that reads as both vibrant and natural, suitable for fine jewelry that will be worn and admired.

When you hold this sapphire, the cut and brilliance become immediately apparent, and it becomes easy to imagine it as the unquestioned centerpiece of a signature piece. The interaction of its mixed brilliant facets with the intense violet color creates a play of light that alternates between velvety depth and brilliant flashes, a duality that few gemstones are able to achieve so gracefully. The cushion outline offers timeless elegance while the modern facet arrangement gives contemporary fire, making this stone adaptable to classic four prong mounts as well as more adventurous bespoke designs designed to showcase its size and color. For collectors this piece represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a large, transparent Ceylon sapphire with significant visual presence. For a client seeking an heirloom, it offers an enduring style and a rarity that will appreciate in admiration and distinction over time.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we curate each sapphire with meticulous attention to provenance and physical character, and this violet cushion stone is a prime example of our commitment to sourcing extraordinary material. Given its size, color intensity, and quality of cut and polish, this sapphire will not only serve as a dramatic focal point in any jewelry commission, it will also elevate the wearer to an elite category of owners who value individuality and rarity. We invite discerning buyers to request additional high resolution imagery, a private viewing, or consultation about bespoke settings that enhance the gem’s optical strengths. For those who wish to secure an exceptional Ceylon sapphire that combines substantial presence with refined brilliance, this 6.22 carat cushion violet sapphire embodies both the rarity and the timeless appeal that collectors and connoisseurs prize.