2.14 Ct. Green Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent 2.14 carat asscher octagon green sapphire measures 6.91 by 6.03 by 5.18 millimeters, dimensions that reflect deliberate planning in the cutting stage to balance face up presence and depth of color. The asscher cut is a square modified step cut rendered here as an octagonal outline, with truncated corners that increase table symmetry and create a strong geometric silhouette. The pavilion and crown are composed of broad parallel steps that produce the classic hall of mirrors effect associated with high quality asscher cutting, generating crisp flashes and controlled light return rather than the scintillation typical of brilliant cuts. The relatively large open table allows the eye to read the stone clearly, while the stepped crown facets concentrate color in the lower pavilion planes. This proportioning results in a gem that reads richly on the finger or pendant, providing an architectural presence that is both modern and timeless.

Color defines this stone, with an intense green color intensity that is both vivid and saturated without crossing into overt darkness. The green is characteristic of Ceylon origin sapphires, showing a clarity of hue that is lively and clean when viewed face up. Subtle pleochroism may be observed on rotation, with the stone exhibiting slightly different green tones depending on the orientation, a diagnostic trait of corundum that can contribute to dynamic color play in wearable settings. The sapphire is heat treated, a standard and widely accepted enhancement that stabilizes and enhances the intrinsic color. Heat treatment for sapphires from Sri Lanka is an established practice that improves color saturation and clarity by modifying microscopic inclusions and altering trace element distribution, producing a stable result suitable for everyday wear.

Clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating inclusions that are minor in size and distribution and that do not materially affect the gem s overall transparency or brilliance. Under magnification the stone may reveal tiny pinpoint crystals or fine silk that confirm natural origin and contribute to the gem s character without compromising its aesthetic purity. The cut quality is complemented by an excellent polish, which is immediately evident in the clean facet junctions and the uniform luster across crown and pavilion facets. From a gemological standpoint this sapphire benefits from corundum s inherent durability, with a Mohs hardness of 9, a refractive index in the region of 1.760 to 1.770, and specific gravity around 3.98 to 4.03, making it robust for rings and everyday jewelry. The stone s depth of 5.18 millimeters corresponds to an approximate depth ratio of eighty percent relative to the average of its length and width, a proportion that increases apparent color saturation and gives the gem a deep, velvety face up appearance while preserving the step cut s structural geometry.

Presented as a gift the architectural clarity of the asscher octagon, the intense Ceylon green, and the eye level clarity make this sapphire exceptionally striking and memorable. Set as a solitaire center for an engagement ring the stone will read as a statement of refined taste, its step cut facets interacting with movement to display steady flashes and a consistent color field. In a pendant the open table and strong geometric outline will draw attention and provide a focal point that photographs and resonates in person. At The Natural Sapphire Company we source and evaluate each gem with rigorous standards, ensuring provenance and treatment disclosure so that gifting is confident and informed. For the recipient who appreciates technical excellence and understated drama this 2.14 carat asscher octagon green sapphire makes a considered and lasting present that combines refined craftsmanship, gemological integrity, and unmistakable visual impact.