1.62 Ct. Bi Color / Parti Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This GIA certified Zoned Blue and Near Colorless 1.62 carat oval shaped bi color sapphire from Ceylon is a rare and exceptional choice for someone seeking a distinctive natural gem, the mixed brilliant faceted cutting style and excellent polish deliver lively sparkle and facet definition that outperforms many standard commercial cuts, the 8.38 by 6.10 by 3.87 millimeter proportions create a balanced oval silhouette that sits elegantly in a ring or pendant, the clarity is described as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level which means the stone reads clean to the naked eye while retaining natural character, the intense color intensity in both the blue and near colorless zones produces dramatic color contrast that lab grown or heavily treated stones often lack, importantly this sapphire has no enhancements which enhances its value and appeal to collectors and buyers who prioritize untreated provenance, when compared to other market offerings this stone stands above many heated or fracture filled sapphires because the absence of enhancement preserves its natural origin and optical integrity, compared to common blue sapphires that show only one tone, this bi color zoning provides a wearable piece that is both versatile and uniquely expressive, the GIA certificate further secures the gem as a trustworthy natural sapphire with verifiable lab documentation.

Durability is a key advantage for this Ceylon sapphire, on the Mohs hardness scale sapphire rates as a nine which makes it the second hardest common gemstone after diamond which rates as a ten, this high hardness means the stone resists scratches far better than gemstones such as topaz which rates as an eight, quartz which rates as a seven, and emerald which is typically softer and more included, the combination of a Mohs nine rating and excellent polish ensures this sapphire is well suited to everyday wear in engagement rings and bracelets, in comparison to softer stones that require protective settings and frequent maintenance, this sapphire offers both resilience and longevity, at The Natural Sapphire Company we emphasize natural, unenhanced material with professional cutting and certification because that is where lasting value and beauty are created, for buyers who want a durable, distinctive, and well documented gemstone this zoned blue and near colorless 1.62 carat Ceylon sapphire represents superior quality, unmatched uniqueness, and strong long term value.