0.49 Ct. Bluish Green Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent 0.49 carat round bluish green sapphire measures 4.26 x 4.21 x 3.46 mm, and is cut in a mixed brilliant style to maximize sparkle and light return. Clarity is graded slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which indicates minor internal characteristics that do not significantly interrupt the gem's visual appeal, and color displays a medium intensity that balances saturation with brightness. The polish is excellent, providing crisp facet junctions and superior surface finish, and the stone has been heat treated, a widely accepted enhancement used to stabilize and improve tone and uniformity in natural sapphires. Origin is Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a reputable source known for producing lively, well balanced colors and material with attractive optical properties. The mixed brilliant cut combines a brilliant facet arrangement on the crown with a modified pavilion design, creating a combination of scintillation and flash that is particularly effective in smaller round stones, allowing the 0.49 carat weight to read visually larger and to exhibit an engaging play of light.

The exceptional cut and brilliance make this sapphire an immediate centerpiece in any collection, the mixed brilliant faceting delivers dynamic brilliance and a lively jewel like appearance that elevates both classic and contemporary settings. For the educated buyer this gem presents a compelling balance of important factors, transparent material and medium color intensity deliver appealing visual impact without the premium associated with rare vivid tones, the slightly included clarity at eye level maintains value while demonstrating natural origin, and the Ceylon provenance contributes desirable market recognition. The inherent toughness of sapphire, ranking nine on the Mohs scale, ensures this stone is well suited to daily wear in solitaire rings, bezel settings, or as the focal point of bespoke jewellery designs. At The Natural Sapphire Company we document treatment and origin information to support informed decisions, and we provide detailed imagery and measurements to assist in appraisal and setting design. This bluish green round sapphire, with its precise dimensions, excellent polish, and expertly executed mixed brilliant cut, is a refined and versatile choice for collectors and connoisseurs seeking a brilliantly performing, provenance backed gemstone.