Men's Blue Sapphire Ring 1.24 Ct., 18K White Gold

From the rich gem gravels of Ceylon, Sri Lanka, comes the centerpiece of this ring, a transparent blue sapphire weighing 1.24 carats, cut in a cushion shape with mixed brilliant facets. The stone measures 7.05 x 4.77 x 3.88 millimeters, a proportion that balances presence and elegance on the hand. Evaluated at eye level and graded as eye clean, this sapphire displays intense color saturation and an excellent polish that allows light to travel through its pavilion and crown with vivid clarity. The stone has been heat treated, a traditional and stable enhancement that deepens the characteristic Ceylon blue while preserving the gem's inherent transparency. At The Natural Sapphire Company we honor the journey of each sapphire from riverbed to workshop, and this gem carries the story of Sri Lankan miners who carefully recover rough crystals, and of gem cutters who shaped the rough into a mixed brilliant cushion that maximizes color and life.

The ring that holds this jewel is crafted entirely in 18K white gold, the metal chosen for its cool sheen and durable profile. The setting is designed to protect the stone while showing off its profile, with clean lines and a secure bezel like mounting that reduces exposure to knocks. Sapphire ranks nine on the Mohs scale of hardness, second only to diamond, and this intrinsic strength means it is highly resistant to scratches during everyday wear, far more durable than commonly worn gems such as topaz or amethyst. Combined with the robust 18K white gold mounting and the secure setting, this ring is well suited to daily use, and the heat treatment applied to the sapphire is stable under normal conditions, it will not alter with ordinary wear. For long term care, avoid hard blows and routine exposure to harsh chemicals, a gentle clean with warm soapy water will maintain brilliance. This piece from The Natural Sapphire Company is built to be worn, to be lived in, and to carry a personal narrative that began in Sri Lanka and now rests on the hand, ready to become part of a new story.