Accent Stones Blue Sapphire Ring 1.17 Ct., 14K White Gold

Long before this ring was formed by the hand that set it, the story of its heart began deep beneath the sunlit hills of Ceylon, where corundum crystals grow patiently within ancient metamorphic rock. Over countless years, elements such as iron and titanium found their way into a crystalline lattice, and from that quiet chemistry emerged the vibrant blue that has drawn admirers for centuries. At The Natural Sapphire Company we trace this stone’s journey from those Sri Lankan workings to your finger, partnering with small-scale miners and community cooperatives who follow rigorous, ethical mining practices. We work to ensure fair wages and safe working conditions, invest in local education and healthcare projects, and encourage environmentally responsible extraction and land rehabilitation. The result is a gemstone whose provenance is more than a certificate; it is a connection to a place and people who cared for the stone long before it became jewelry. For honesty and clarity you should also know this sapphire has been heat treated, a common and stable enhancement that intensifies its natural blue without compromising its integrity.

When you first look at this ring you notice the sapphire itself, a transparent cushion shape weighing 1.17 carats and measuring 7.60 by 5.47 by 3.18 millimeters, cut in a mixed brilliant pavilion and step-influenced crown to maximize scintillation and depth of color. Evaluated at eye level it is eye clean, offering a clear window into an intense, saturated blue that shifts subtly under different lights, while an excellent polish delivers the lively surface flash that lets the stone speak with presence. On either side the center is flanked by natural white half moon shaped diamonds totaling approximately 0.30 carats, their clarity graded VS1 and VS2 and color an E, lending a luminous contrast that makes the sapphire’s blue appear richer. Tapered white baguette diamonds totaling approximately 0.07 carats extend the shoulder lines, their crisp facets introducing elegant linearity and modern architectural balance to the soft cushion silhouette. Every gem is hand-selected and calibrated so the proportions, angles, and polish harmonize, creating an ensemble where the sapphire remains the focal point but the diamonds complete the narrative.

The ring is crafted entirely in 14 karat white gold, a metal chosen for its cool, reflective backdrop that accentuates the sapphire’s depth and the diamonds’ icy fire. Our jewelers set each stone with traditional techniques refined by years of experience, from the delicate prongwork that secures the cushion sapphire at the four cardinal points to the precise bezels and claws that hold the half moons and tapered baguettes. Look to the gallery and you will see thoughtful engineering that raises the stone to an optimum height for light to enter and return, while keeping the profile comfortable for everyday wear. When you choose this piece from The Natural Sapphire Company you are not only taking home a ring of measurable specifications and fine gemological grades, you are accepting a story — a stone born in the hills of Ceylon, responsibly sourced, enhanced only by stable heat treatment, and finished by artisans who care about longevity and provenance. If you would like additional documentation, bespoke adjustments, or guidance on caring for your sapphire and gold setting, we will gladly assist you so that this ring becomes a lasting heirloom and a living testament to ethical beauty.