Three Stone Blue Sapphire Ring 3.40 Ct., 18K Yellow Gold

This ring centers on a truly exceptional 3.40 carat cushion shape blue sapphire, with dimensions of 8.41 x 6.95 x 6.19 mm, cut in a mixed brilliant style to balance fire and color. The sapphire is transparent, with an intense color saturation that reads as a deep, vivid blue under natural light. Clarity is graded as very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means the stone presents as effectively clean to the unaided eye while retaining natural internal characteristics that confirm its authenticity. The stone has an excellent polish that enhances its surface reflection and scintillation, and importantly, this sapphire has received no enhancement, preserving the original character and value imparted by its natural formation in Ceylon Sri Lanka. Flanking the center, white trillion shaped natural diamonds weigh approximately 0.24 carats in total, each diamond graded in clarity as Very Slightly Included, in the VS1 and VS2 range, and in color as F, offering near colorless brilliance that complements the sapphire without detracting from its primary hue. The entire composition is set in refined 14K yellow gold, chosen to warm the blue and accentuate the stone, while providing durability for daily wear.

For an educated buyer, the combination of the sapphire s grading and provenance is central to its value proposition. The very very slightly included clarity assessment at eye level indicates that inclusions are minimal and not impactful to face up appearance, allowing the intense Ceylon blue to dominate the visual impression. The mixed brilliant cut merges the best attributes of step and brilliant cutting philosophies, preserving the saturated body color of a cushion profile while introducing faceting that returns lively sparkle and dispersion. Excellent polish means the facets are smoothly finished, which directly affects light return and the perception of depth and life in the stone. The indication of no enhancement is particularly significant in the sapphire market, because unenhanced stones, especially from well regarded origins, command a premium due to their rarity and the preference among connoisseurs for natural, unaltered gems. Origin from Ceylon Sri Lanka adds another layer of desirability, given the island s long standing reputation for producing sapphires with lively, velvety blues that sit between the cooler cornflower tones of Kashmir and the darker royal blues of some Madagascan and Australian material.

The supporting diamonds are chosen to be unobtrusive, while structurally important to the ring s overall aesthetic and light performance. Trillion cut diamonds present triangular facets that create strong flashes when combined with the mixed brilliant cut of the center sapphire, producing contrast that frames the center without overpowering it. With a combined weight near 0.24 carats, and quality grades of VS1 and VS2 for clarity and F for color, the side stones guarantee clean, bright accents that read as near colorless alongside the yellow gold mount. The use of 14K yellow gold offers a traditional and enduring canvas, its warm tone providing a complementary backdrop that intensifies the perceived depth of the blue. The setting details reflect calibrated craftsmanship, with prong architecture designed to elevate the sapphire for maximum light exposure while protecting the girdle and pavilion. The overall proportions, from the sapphire s face up measurements to the balance of the side diamonds, are selected to maintain visual harmony and to maximize the ring s versatility as a piece for both formal and everyday wear.

The story of a Ceylon sapphire is inseparable from the island s centuries old history as a source of some of the worlds most cherished blue gems, and this particular stone carries that lineage into a modern design that rewards both heart and mind. Sapphires from Sri Lanka are prized for their combination of saturation and clarity, and an unenhanced example of this weight and cut is a rare find that appeals to collectors seeking provenance and long term value. At The Natural Sapphire Company we prioritize documented origins and transparent grading because we know that educated buyers value traceable supply and honest description, traits that preserve resale and heirloom worth. The presence of natural inclusions, the superior polish, the careful cut proportions, and the absence of treatments together create a gemstone that is not only beautiful in the moment, but also an object of geological history and market significance. For a buyer considering a lasting investment, this ring offers provenance, gemological quality, and a classic design executed in warm yellow gold, elements that combine to make it an enduring and valuable addition to any collection.