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

This pear shaped bi color parti sapphire weighs 2.22 carats, and measures 9.98 by 6.74 by 4.41 mm, making it an ideal size for a substantial ring center or a distinctive pendant. The gem is transparent and faceted with a mixed brilliant cut, a design that combines step facets with brilliant facets to optimize both color play and scintillation. The polish has been graded excellent, which enhances surface brightness and allows the stone to present its color zones clearly. Clarity is graded very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which in practical terms means the stone appears clean to the unaided eye while retaining natural internal features that confirm its authenticity. There has been no enhancement to this sapphire, a detail of considerable importance to collectors and connoisseurs, and its documented origin is Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a source long associated with high quality sapphires. The Natural Sapphire Company presents this example with full disclosure of its characteristics, so an educated buyer can understand its natural origins and how those origins influence both aesthetics and value.

From a gemological perspective the combination of medium color intensity, transparency, and the mixed brilliant cut produces a balanced optical performance. The medium color intensity gives the sapphire a pleasing depth without becoming overly saturated, allowing both the blue and the paler zones to register clearly. The mixed cut is specifically chosen to manage a bi color distribution, because the combination of pavilion and crown facet patterns can maximize internal reflections in both color zones, creating a lively and dynamic appearance. Very slightly included clarity means the inclusions are minor and do not interfere with brilliancy, and they often serve as internal fingerprints that verify natural formation. The excellent polish is significant because surface condition influences how light enters and exits the stone, so a well polished surface will increase apparent brightness and make the color transitions more appealing. The fact that the stone is unheated and untreated increases scarcity relative to heat treated sapphires, and many informed buyers pay a premium for natural, untreated gems from known localities such as Ceylon, Sri Lanka.

When set in jewelry this bi color sapphire has exceptional versatility in complementing a wide range of skin tones and metal choices. The blue zones naturally flatter cooler undertones and paler complexions, because blue reflects light in a way that enhances contrast and can make the skin appear clearer and more luminous. The paler or near colorless to faint yellow zones introduce a warming element, making this stone equally flattering on warmer undertones and medium to deeper skin tones. For someone with cool undertones, a white metal setting such as platinum or white gold will emphasize the blue, creating a crisp and modern look. For warm undertones, yellow gold, and in particular rose gold, will harmonize with the lighter zones, producing a soft and elegant glow. For a wearer seeking maximum versatility, a mixed metal or two tone mounting will play up both aspects of the gem, allowing the sapphire to shift visually with ambient light and with changes in clothing and accessories. The pear shape itself contributes to flattering proportions, especially when set lengthwise on a finger, creating the illusion of elongation. For pendants, a drop orientation emphasizes the bi color character, whereas a bezel or halo can be used to isolate and showcase the color gradient depending on the design intent.

For the informed buyer value is derived from a combination of origin, treatment status, cutting quality, clarity, and aesthetic uniqueness. Unenhanced Ceylon sapphires with clear bi color or parti distribution are relatively uncommon in the market, and their natural color zoning is prized by collectors who appreciate unique, one of a kind stones. The mixed brilliant cut and excellent polish indicate careful lapidary work intended to maximize both color and brilliance, rather than simply achieving weight retention. The very slightly included clarity grade supports excellent light performance while also providing natural internal characteristics that authenticate the stone without diminishing its visual appeal. Origin from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, is a positive attribute in the trade, because the region has a long established history of producing fine sapphires with desirable crystalline qualities. The lack of heat treatment or any other enhancement typically elevates market value, as treated stones are far more common. The Natural Sapphire Company stands behind the gemological information provided, and our gemologists make their assessments based on standard industry practices, so an exacting buyer can purchase with confidence. For custom settings and design consultations we offer guidance on metal choice, setting style, and mounting orientation to ensure the final piece highlights the bi color nature of the sapphire, and preserves its condition for daily wear.