Solitaire Blue Sapphire Ring 3.03 Ct., 14K White Gold

This ring is centered with a transparent 3.03 carat cushion shaped blue sapphire, measuring 7.64 by 7.21 by 5.55 mm, cut in a mixed brilliant configuration to balance color saturation and scintillation. The mixed brilliant faceting combines a brilliant style crown with modified pavilion geometry, producing a lively pattern of pinpoint flashes across the table and crown facets while preserving broad, deep facets in the pavilion that enhance the stone face up color. The stone is graded eye clean at typical viewing distances, which means that under unaided inspection there are no inclusions that interrupt the visual field, and the excellent polish contributes to crisp facet junctions and strong light return. With medium color saturation, the sapphire presents a classic Ceylon blue character, sitting between pastel and deeply saturated tones, which allows for a bright, lively appearance under varied lighting and a pleasing balance between body color and brilliance. The sapphire has been heat treated, a stable and widely accepted enhancement that improves uniformity of color and clarity without compromising the integrity of the gem, and its documented origin in Ceylon, Sri Lanka, is consistent with the stone chemistry and the characteristic hue and crystal habit that Sri Lankan material frequently displays.

The mounting is executed entirely in 18K white gold, with a four claw prong head that secures the sapphire while maintaining an open pavilion architecture to maximize light entry and return. The prongs are precisely formed to cradle the cushion outline, each prong tip polished and tapered to reduce visibility and mechanical stress on the girdle. The gallery is engineered with minimal metal obstructing the pavilion, which allows light to pass through the lower facets and contributes to the mixed cut effect of lively scintillation combined with even color distribution. The metalwork exhibits meticulous finishing techniques, with solder joints blended and hand polished to remove tool marks, and facet junctions on the prong shoulders aligned to the sapphire axes to create a harmonious visual transition from stone to setting. The overall profile is designed to be low enough for practical wear, while retaining sufficient elevation to showcase the stone. Attention to these fabrication details ensures both secure mounting and optimal optical performance from the mixed brilliant faceting.

The band is crafted with daily wear in mind, presenting a smoothly finished interior and a gently rounded exterior profile that sits comfortably against the finger. The inner surface is fully polished to eliminate sharp edges and to reduce friction and the tendency of the ring to rotate, enhancing long term comfort during continual wear. The shank tapers subtly from the shoulders toward the base, which balances the visual weight of the 3.03 carat center and improves ergonomic fit, while the continuous high polish finish minimizes the accumulation of dirt at joins. This workmanship allows for confident everyday use, whether worn alone or combined with other rings, because the smooth band reduces abrasion on adjacent jewelry and clothing. The choice of 18K white gold provides a durable precious metal matrix for repeated wear, and the white metal setting complements the medium saturated Ceylon blue by providing a neutral, reflective environment that accentuates the sapphire translucency and mixed brilliant fire.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we prioritize stones with documented origin, precise cutting, and meticulous setting execution, and this example demonstrates those commitments in a single piece. The combination of a carefully faceted cushion sapphire, eye clean clarity at eye level, excellent polish, and an 18K white gold mounting with a comfortably smooth band results in a ring that is both technically considered and practically suited to everyday life. For collectors and connoisseurs who appreciate the interaction between facet design and color performance, this ring exemplifies how mixed brilliant faceting can be employed to achieve a lively face up presence without sacrificing the clarity and provenance that underpin long term value. If you would like additional technical details regarding facet counts, girdle proportions, or a close up photographic analysis of light performance, we can provide measured data and imagery to support an informed purchase decision.