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

There are gemstones that carry with them the weight of history, and there are those that feel as if they were made to be treasured for generations. This round bi color sapphire hails from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a land whose name is woven through the lore of gem collecting, royal regalia, and artisanal lapidary tradition. At 1.15 carats, with dimensions of 6.06 x 6.04 x 3.73 millimeters, this transparent Other certified bi color sapphire speaks to the continuity of classic elegance and the quiet power of natural origin. The light color intensity and the very very slightly included clarity grade when evaluated at eye level ensure that the gem reads as clear and noble, while its unenhanced state preserves the geological story that formed it deep in ancient Sri Lankan terrain.

The mixed brilliant cut applied to this round shape sapphire is both a nod to tradition and an exercise in modern lapidary precision. A mixed brilliant cut blends the scintillating geometry of a brilliant crown with a more nuanced pavilion design, allowing the cutter to balance brilliance, fire, and face up appearance. The cutting proportions on this piece were executed with excellent polish, producing crisp facet junctions that allow light to enter and exit the stone with minimal obstruction. In practical terms this means strong internal reflection and lively scintillation across the table and crown facets. The gentle contrast between the crown facets and the pavilion facets creates a lively play of light, and the mixed brilliant design also helps to mask minor inclusions, which is especially valuable given the sapphire carries a very very slightly included clarity at eye level.

What distinguishes a bi color sapphire is the duality of tone that can seem to shift as the stone moves, and the skilled mixed brilliant cut on this gem amplifies that phenomenon. The precise angles and facet shapes were chosen to optimize both return of white light and dispersion of spectral flashes, which in turn highlights the two color zones without letting either dominate. The round outline supports uniform light distribution, and the cutter made judicious use of pavilion depth and crown height to produce a pleasing balance between brilliance and face up color. Because this sapphire is unenhanced, the color zoning and the way light dances through the gem are completely natural, giving a living quality to the hues you see. The excellent polish enhances surface reflectivity, so every subtle flash is crisp, every change in hue is clean, and the stone reads with an airy clarity that invites close inspection.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we cherish stones that connect the wearer to a longer story, and this bi color sapphire is an ideal choice for someone who values tradition, provenance, and enduring beauty. Its Ceylon origin, certified bi color status, mixed brilliant cut, and lack of enhancement make it a classic foundation for an heirloom ring, a pendant, or a bespoke design intended to be passed down. We encourage a setting that allows maximum light exposure to the crown, such as a low bezel or a simple prong setting, so that the mixed brilliant facets can perform to their full potential. If you would like assistance selecting a mounting, imagining a custom design, or reviewing the certification and views under different lighting, our gem specialists are available to guide you. This sapphire is more than a gem, it is a conversation between time honored craft and natural wonder, and it is available through The Natural Sapphire Company for those who desire a piece that will hold its story as elegantly as it holds the light.