17.80 Ct. Bi Color Cabochon Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One beautiful translucent 17.80 carat round shape bi color sapphire with dimensions of 16.30 by 15.89 by 6.77 mm, double cabochon cut, clarity grade very slightly included evaluated at eye level, intense color intensity, excellent polish, no enhancement, origin Ceylon Sri Lanka, offered exclusively by The Natural Sapphire Company. This stone presents a rare harmony of two tones within one magnificent round form, the surface glow typical of a cabochon revealing a living interplay between a soft oceanic blue and a warmer golden teal, the translucency allowing light to travel through the body and animate each hue. Compared with the legendary Kashmir sapphires which are prized for their plush, velvety cornflower blue and deeper tone, this Ceylon gem offers a brighter, more effervescent blue with an iridescent lift. Compared with Madagascar stones that often deliver aggressive saturation and strong single tone, the bi color nature here brings a nuanced duality that feels bespoke and sculptural. Compared with Australian parti sapphires which can show stark, graphic color zoning and darker tones, this sapphire remains delicate and luminous, more refined in its tonal transitions. Compared with Montana sapphires which lean toward silvery teal and pastel calmness, this Ceylon specimen carries greater intensity and vivacity while retaining an elegant clarity.

Owning this 17.80 carat Ceylon bi color cabochon is a statement of select taste and access to something exceptionally rare, the combination of size, natural bi color character, excellent polish, and no enhancement is a rarity among sapphires from any source. The provenance from Ceylon Sri Lanka situates it within a storied tradition of gemstones known for lively hues and superior craftsmanship in cutting, yet the double cabochon execution and the particular balance of tones make it an individual work, not a piece you will see reproduced in catalogs. For collectors comparing hue and tone across famous locations, this gem sits between the deep, velvety charm of Kashmir and the vivid saturation of Madagascar while offering a bi chromatic personality that Australian and Montana examples rarely achieve. The Natural Sapphire Company reserves such exceptional pieces for clients who seek distinction, please contact The Natural Sapphire Company for a private viewing and bespoke setting options, secure this exclusive treasure and join an elite circle who can claim ownership of a truly singular sapphire.