2.06 Ct. Green Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the moment this green sapphire first revealed itself in the alluvial gravels of Ceylon Sri Lanka, its story began as a patient work of geology, pressure and time. Small pockets of corundum, nurtured by volcanic and metamorphic forces, yielded a rough crystal whose delicate green suggested both forest canopy and sea glass. Our gem hunter recognized its promise and sent it onward to the bench of an experienced cutter, and here The Natural Sapphire Company began to shape its future. We guided the transformation from rough to refined brilliance with respect for its origin, preserving the stones natural character while optimizing its optical performance. The result is a transparent 2.06 carat cushion shaped green sapphire, measuring 7.40 by 6.57 by 4.94 millimeters, with a mixed brilliant cut that balances scintillation and depth, an intense color intensity that catches light at every tilt, and a clarity grade of very slightly included evaluated at eye level that speaks to its natural roots. The sapphire underwent a careful heat treated enhancement, a traditional and widely accepted process that deepened its hue and clarified its tone, while an excellent polish brings every facet to a mirror finish.

At the cutting table choices were made to honor both beauty and wearability, the cushion silhouette chosen to cradle brilliant flashes of green, and the mixed brilliant cut selected to maximize fire without losing the gems lush saturation. This sapphire reads as both contemporary and timeless, recalling Ceylon sapphires storied past while fitting perfectly into modern design, from a statement solitaire to an elegant three stone ring or a pendant that breathes life into the neckline. With its precise dimensions and exceptional polish, it sits well in bespoke settings where the cutterst intention remains visible in every angle. When you choose a piece from The Natural Sapphire Company you bring home more than a gem, you bring a narrative of place, craft and care that begins in the Sri Lankan soil and ends on your hand, a brilliant reminder of the earths slow generosity. If you would like to explore mounting options, certification details, or to see this green cushion sapphire in person, we are here to guide you from mine to market and beyond.