2.28 Ct. Greenish Blue Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exceptional transparent 2.28 carat round greenish blue sapphire measures 7.43 x 7.25 x 5.03 mm, and is expertly faceted with a mixed brilliant cut that balances the scintillation of a brilliant style with the depth and color display of step facets. The mixed brilliant cut is chosen to maximize return of light through the crown while preserving color saturation from the pavilion, producing lively sparkle without sacrificing the vivid greenish blue hue. The clarity is graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating that the stone is effectively eye clean to most observers, while retaining natural character under magnification. The polish is excellent, which contributes directly to surface brightness and the gemological impression of brilliance, and the sapphire has been heat treated, a standard and stable enhancement that optimizes color and clarity. This piece comes from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a source long celebrated for producing sapphires with lively tone, clean transparency, and a classic, luminous appeal.

Clarity and treatment deserve close attention from an educated buyer, because they affect both beauty and long term value. Very very slightly included at eye level means that inclusions are minimal and do not detract from the stone s performance when set and worn. Under loupe examination the inclusions are identifiable to a trained eye, which authenticates natural origin and often enhances desirability for collectors who prefer minimally altered, natural material. Heat treatment is ubiquitous in the sapphire market and when performed responsibly it is permanent, stable under normal wear, and widely accepted by laboratories and connoisseurs. The combination of VVS clarity, vivid color intensity, and excellent polish indicates a sapphire that will display its color boldly in jewelry, while offering the visual purity and light return that informed buyers seek.

When comparing brilliance, refractive index and cut strategy are key, and this sapphire stands out against more common gemstones in predictable and meaningful ways. Sapphire has a refractive index around 1.76 to 1.77, which yields strong light return and a crisp luster. By comparison aquamarine and emerald which belong to the beryl family have lower refractive indices near 1.57 to 1.59, and while they can be prized for their color, they will not deliver the same level of scintillation and surface life that a well cut sapphire offers. Diamond has a higher refractive index near 2.42 and therefore produces greater fire and dispersion, but diamond s colorless brilliance is a different aesthetic from the saturated, colored sparkle of a sapphire. This greenish blue sapphire benefits from the mixed brilliant cut and excellent polish to produce scintillation that reads as lively and immediate, while the vivid color intensity lends body and contrast to each flash of light. The result is a gemstone that catches and holds attention in a way that many common colored stones cannot, because it offers both pronounced color and a finely tuned play of light.

For the buyer who values provenance, craftsmanship, and measurable quality, this Ceylon greenish blue sapphire is a compelling choice. At The Natural Sapphire Company we emphasize transparency and independent assessment, and we are prepared to provide high resolution images and detailed documentation upon request. The 2.28 carat weight and the near round dimensions make this gem exceptionally versatile for a center stone in an engagement ring or a statement pendant, and the combination of vivid color, very very slightly included clarity, mixed brilliant cutting, and excellent polish delivers a balance of beauty and practicality that educated buyers prefer. If you would like to view this sapphire under magnification, discuss setting options, or request a lab report for formal certification, please contact The Natural Sapphire Company and our gem specialists will assist you with measurements, mounting recommendations, and secure purchase options.