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

From the moment this stone was first glimpsed in the alluvial gravels of Ceylon, a quiet promise travelled with it. In the streams and low hills of Sri Lanka, where the land has been folding and flowing for millions of years, sapphires form slowly under pressure and time, absorbing trace elements that paint their crystalline lattices with subtle shifts of color. This particular gem arrived at The Natural Sapphire Company as an Other certified Bi Color, a small miracle of dual personality and natural variation. Even before cutting, its transparency suggested a gem that would respond to light in unexpected ways, and the miner who found it noted the way the hue changed under different angles of sun and shadow. The provenance from Ceylon links it to a long history of craftsmanship and trade, a lineage of stones prized by cultures that recognized the sapphire as a talisman, an emblem of loyalty and insight.

The heart of this gemstone is its weight, a precise 0.84 carat, and in that number lies a quiet declaration of premium quality. Carat weight is often spoken of only in terms of size, but for a collector or a discerning wearer, it is a measure of proportion, density, and the cutter's ability to retain character while revealing brilliance. At 0.84 carat this bi color sapphire sits in a sweet spot, substantial enough to make a statement on the finger, yet small enough to preserve intense color saturation and excellent clarity. Its dimensions, 7.38 by 5.09 by 3.75 mm, are the physical translation of that weight, giving it an elegant profile that reads as refined and deliberate. The step cut chosen for this fancy shape was a careful decision, intended to emphasize the stone's color zoning while creating clean geometric flashes of light. Step cutting can flatten brilliance somewhat compared to brilliant cuts, but in this sapphire it brings forward deep planes of color that move like a slow tide, a characteristic that enhances the perceived value far beyond what carat weight alone would suggest.

Clarity and finish are the other pillars that define premium quality, and this sapphire excels on both counts. It carries a clarity grade of very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means it appears clean to the naked eye and reveals its minor internal signatures only under magnification. That clarity allows light to travel through the stone with minimal interruption, amplifying the dual tones and giving the gem a crystalline transparency that conveys luxury. The polish is excellent, every facet meeting with smoothness and precision, a mirror finish that lets the step cut planes sing when turned in the light. Color intensity is described as medium, but because this is a bi color, that medium saturation is a canvas for contrast, where one facet might lean toward a cooler blue and another toward a deeper violet, creating a conversation of tones. The sapphire has been heat treated, a widely accepted enhancement that stabilizes and enriches color and clarity without changing the stone’s essential nature. The result is a gem that speaks of careful stewardship from mine to lapidary, an object refined but honest about its origin.

As a piece destined for jewelry, this 0.84 carat Bi Color sapphire carries a story that will travel with every wear. In the hands of The Natural Sapphire Company artisans it was evaluated and set on a path of refinement that respected its natural character. Its fancy shape and compact dimensions are ideal for a bespoke ring, a delicate pendant, or an accent in a modern setting where unusual geometry and subtle color shifts are prized. When set, the stone sits close to the skin, inviting light into its step cut planes and revealing the bi color temperament in motion. For someone seeking an heirloom that balances rarity with everyday elegance, this sapphire offers the perfect marriage of provenance, proportion, and polish. It embodies a premium sensibility by making the most of its 0.84 carat weight, proving that exceptional quality is not simply about larger size, but about how weight is translated into cut, clarity, and luminous presence.

Choosing this Ceylon bi color sapphire means acquiring more than a gemstone, it means bringing home a fragment of geological time and human care. The Natural Sapphire Company stands behind its certification and the journey this stone has taken from the rivers of Sri Lanka to the careful hands that assessed its clarity, to the lapidary who shaped it into a step cut, to the polish that finalized its luminous surface. For collectors who value provenance, for couples seeking an engagement gem that is unique and thoughtful, and for lovers of jewelry who appreciate a balance of subtlety and distinction, this 0.84 carat bi color sapphire offers a narrative you can wear. Its medium color intensity, very very slightly included clarity, excellent polish, and carefully considered dimensions combine to represent premium quality in a gem that will continue to evolve in character with every sunlit turn and every moment it is cherished.