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

This exceptional bi color parti sapphire is a study in subtlety and surprise, a transparent 1.68 carat gem cut into an elegant emerald cut that accentuates its clean facets and linear grace. Measuring 8.63 x 5.32 x 3.12 mm, this faceted jewel offers a length that flatters finger and pendant settings alike, and a depth that allows light to travel and reveal the stone in layers. The clarity grade is very slightly included evaluated at eye level, which preserves the gem clarity that collectors prize while allowing minute natural characteristics that attest to its origin. The color shows medium intensity, a tone that reads refined rather than loud, and an excellent polish that gives each plane a mirror like finish. Enhanced by heat treatment to stabilize and deepen its natural hues, and sourced from Ceylon Sri Lanka, this sapphire carries the geological signature of one of the world most storied gem localities. The parti nature of this stone means that two complementary colors coexist within a single crystal, creating a private performance of blues and golds or violets and honey depending on light and angle, a quality that elevates it from mere gemstone to wearable art.

Sapphires from Ceylon have been part of human adornment and belief for centuries, worn by kings, priests, and artisans who saw in them more than beauty. In traditional use, sapphires were thought to confer protection, clarity of thought, and alignment with higher virtues, and parti sapphires in particular were treasured for their dual aspects, which symbolized balance between contrasting forces. The emerald cut used for this gem echoes classical cuts that were favored for signet and protective jewels, where clean lines and broad planes were used to display internal color and to allow the wearer a contemplative focus. Across Asia and Europe, sapphires have been used in ceremonial pieces, amulets, and engagement jewels that mark a bond intended to endure across generations. Owning a Ceylon sapphire has always implied access to a narrative, a connection to miners and cutters and to ancient trade routes, and this bi color example continues that lineage with a modern sensibility, ready to be set into a craft piece that will be worn with intention and passed forward.

Rarity defines true luxury, and parti sapphires of this quality remain among the rarest of collectible gems. The Natural Sapphire Company presents this single exceptional specimen as a limited opportunity for those who seek something beyond the commonplace. Each parti sapphire is singular, no two display the same partition of color or react to light in the same way, and this emerald cut stone has been selected for its harmonious balance of hue, clarity, and optical character. For the discerning client who understands bespoke jewelry as a conversation rather than a commodity, this gem invites a commission process that places you among a small circle of owners who will wear an object that is both private and prestigious. Our gemologists have examined and authenticated the stone and disclosed its enhancement by heat, a standard and stable treatment that brings out the innate beauty of many Ceylon sapphires while preserving their long term integrity. When set in a custom design, this piece will not only become a personal signature, it will also serve as an heirloom quality object that speaks to provenance, transparency, and the rarity that collectors prize.

Imagine this 1.68 carat emerald cut bi color sapphire at the center of a bespoke ring, flanked by accent stones that echo one of its tones, or mounted as a pendant where movement will reveal the full drama of its parti personality. The linear geometry of the emerald cut lends itself to modern settings that emphasize minimalism and precision, and to vintage inspired frameworks that play up its classical lineage. For those commissioning an engagement piece, this sapphire offers a distinctive alternative to tradition while retaining the dignity and symbolism historically associated with sapphire. Care is straightforward, a regular gentle clean with mild soap and water, avoidance of harsh chemicals, and routine professional inspection for secure mounting will preserve its condition for decades. To explore settings, request detailed viewing photographs, or to speak with a gem expert about custom design, contact The Natural Sapphire Company and one of our specialists will guide you through the process from concept to completion. Owning this parti sapphire is an invitation to join an elite group of collectors and connoisseurs who value rarity, history, and the intimate story that only a singular gemstone can tell.