Vedic Blue Sapphire Pendant 0.87 Ct., 14K Yellow Gold

From the warm, alluvial soils of Ceylon, now Sri Lanka, this sapphire begins its story as microscopic mineral growth deep within ancient metamorphic rock, a slow and patient process that yields the intensely saturated blue that generations have revered. At The Natural Sapphire Company we trace each stone back to its origin, and this 0.87 carat round blue sapphire carries the history of its place of birth in every facet, with dimensions of 5.30 by 5.33 by 3.71 millimeters, a mixed brilliant cut, and a vivid color saturation that speaks to the classic Ceylon hue. The gem is eye clean when evaluated at eye level, showing no inclusions to distract from its pure, sea like blue, and it has an excellent polish that allows light to dance from facet to facet. Like many fine Ceylon sapphires, this stone has been gently heat treated to enhance stability and color, a traditional and widely accepted practice that accentuates its natural beauty while preserving its character.

The journey from rough crystal to a pendant that rests against the skin is a collaboration between nature and human skill, and in our workshop the lapidary process is a careful dialogue with the stone. The mixed brilliant cut chosen for this sapphire maximizes both fire and depth, combining the bright scintillation of a brilliant style with table and crown proportions that showcase the Ceylon color. Our cutters assessed the rough for internal features and optical orientation, then shaped and faceted the gem to balance weight retention with optimal light performance, delivering the 0.87 carat weight you see. Setting is executed in 14K yellow gold to complement the warm undertones of the metal against the cool blue of the sapphire, the prong style used here lifts the gem slightly to allow light to enter from the pavilion while securely holding it in place, a classic approach that highlights the stone without obscuring its rim or profile.

The chain that carries this pendant is a conscious design choice that improves both its daily wearability and its aesthetic harmony, it is a fine beaded or ball chain that echoes the round silhouette of the sapphire itself, creating a visual conversation between stone and metal. Compared to a simple cable chain, the beaded design disperses light across many small gold surfaces so the necklace shimmers even when the sapphire is at rest, and it resists the twisting and kinking that a delicate cable can suffer when worn under collars or layered. Against a heavier rope chain the beaded chain feels lighter and more refined, avoiding bulk while still offering strength, and unlike a flat snake chain it will not crease easily and is less prone to showing micro scratches from everyday contact. The small beads also reduce the chances of a hook or snag catching on clothing, making this style practical for active wearers who want to wear their sapphire every day, and the secure bail allows the pendant to glide, so it remains centered and presented at the throat.

When you choose this pendant from The Natural Sapphire Company you are not only choosing a beautiful 14K yellow gold setting and a 0.87 carat Ceylon sapphire with superb polish and vivid color, you are choosing a story of place, craft, and thoughtful design that makes the piece as wearable as it is memorable. This necklace transitions effortlessly from daytime simplicity to evening refinement, it layers well with other pieces without losing its individual voice, and with routine gentle cleaning and occasional professional inspection it will remain a lasting heirloom. If you are considering this pendant as a personal reward or as a meaningful gift, our team is ready to provide additional magnified views, certification details, and advice on chain length so the piece sits exactly where you desire, and we welcome you to experience the provenance and craftsmanship that we bring to every sapphire.