0.71 Ct. Bi Color Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

For centuries sapphires from Ceylon Sri Lanka have occupied a revered place in the world of gemstones, prized by royalty and connoisseurs for their pure color and enduring beauty. This bi color sapphire carries that same timeless presence, its subtle duality recalling the layered stories of antique jewels passed down through generations. The round shape is a classical silhouette that speaks to tradition and balance, and the mixed brilliant cut modernizes that heritage with lively facets that capture and return light. To those who value legacy, this stone offers both history and a fresh expression of style, an heirloom in the making that will age gracefully while reflecting the personal narrative of the wearer.

Examined closely this transparent sapphire weighs 0.71 carat and measures 5.07 x 5.07 x 3.73 mm, a compact and highly versatile size that makes it ideal for a wide range of custom creations. It is faceted in a mixed brilliant cut that optimizes scintillation, and it is graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, ensuring an appearance of remarkable clarity in everyday wear. The gem shows medium color intensity and a pleasing bi color character that reveals warm golden yellow hues alongside gentle cool blue to silvery tones, an interplay that shifts with the light and the angle of view. The polish has been evaluated as excellent, which enhances the stone surface and allows the cut to perform at its best. This sapphire has been heat treated, a traditional and accepted enhancement that stabilizes and enriches the color without compromising the natural origin or overall integrity of the gem, which hails from Ceylon Sri Lanka.

Because of its round outline and its well balanced dimensions, this 5.07 mm bi color sapphire is exceptionally well suited to custom jewelry. As a central stone in a delicate solitaire ring it will read as elegant and refined, offering sufficient presence for daily wear while remaining understated enough to be layered with additional rings. In a halo setting the stone will gain additional brilliance and visual impact, with the round shape allowing symmetrical arrangements of accent stones that complement its bi color nature. The mixed brilliant cut produces lively sparkle that works equally well in prong settings that expose the pavilion, and in bezel settings that emphasize security and a vintage character. For pairings, warm yellow or rose gold can accentuate the golden tones, while white gold or platinum will make the cooler blue qualities sing, giving designers and clients a palette of complementary looks to explore. The size is also ideal for custom earrings, pendants, or as a centerpiece in three stone designs, allowing designers to create pieces that feel personal and enduring.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we take pride in pairing beautiful gemstones with thoughtful design and meticulous craftsmanship, and this Ceylon Sri Lanka bi color sapphire is a wonderful example of a stone that invites bespoke treatment. Its combination of classic round form, controlled carat weight, and refined optical character makes it simple to envision as a lasting engagement ring, a meaningful anniversary gift, or a distinctive addition to a curated jewelry collection. Our team can advise on proportions and settings that will best showcase the mixed brilliant cut and the medium color intensity, and we offer guidance on metal choices and mounting styles that will preserve the gem for generations. For clients who cherish tradition and desire a personal connection to the pieces they wear, this sapphire is a rare chance to create something that bridges the past and the present, a jewel that tells a story and endures as an heirloom for the future.