22.37 Ct. Green Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the timeless gem gravels of Ceylon Sri Lanka to the careful hands of master cutters, this green sapphire carries a story of place and patience, a story that begins where rivers have long washed centuries of mineral wealth into valleys and plains, a story that the team at The Natural Sapphire Company honors with careful stewardship. We found this stone nested in a parcel of fine sapphires, a transparent cushion shaped gem weighing 22.37 carats, its full form revealed after skilled sorting and examination. At 22.92 x 13.47 x 6.97 mm the sapphire has a commanding presence, a scale that reads as both bold and refined when held against the hand. Its color registers as a deep, dark intensity of green that shifts with viewing angle, a hue rooted in the unique trace elements of its Ceylon origin, the color further clarified and stabilized through expert heat treatment, a standard enhancement that brings out the gem’s best while preserving its natural character. Clarity has been evaluated as very very slightly included at eye level, a grade that allows the gem to remain strikingly transparent and alive, while its excellent polish allows light to play across the mixed brilliant facets with pleasing depth and subtle flashes of internal fire.

The shaping of this sapphire into a mixed brilliant cut cushion is part of its human chapter, where tradition and modern technique meet to reveal the stone’s truest expression, a process guided by our lapidaries who balance weight retention with proportion, symmetry, and maximum brilliance. The cushion outline softens the gem’s larger size into an elegant silhouette that sits comfortably in a setting, while the mixed brilliant facet arrangement concentrates sparkle across a broad table and deep pavilion, enhancing the perception of color and depth without sacrificing the gem’s natural transparency. Our cutters worked to preserve as much of the original crystal as possible, mindful that a 22.37 carat sapphire is not merely a measure of weight but a canvas for design. The excellent polish communicates the final stage of finish, every facet meeting the next with precision so that light moves smoothly over the surface, and the mixed facet pattern gives a modern but timeless feel. The result is a gem that feels alive in the light, dark and mysterious when viewed head on, yet revealing complexity and life as it turns, a sapphire that tells both geological and human stories every time it is admired.

When you imagine this stone becoming jewelry, the possibilities are wide and personal, and The Natural Sapphire Company is ready to guide each decision so the finished piece becomes the next chapter of the gem’s life. As a signature ring this cushion sapphire would make a dramatic solitaire, set either north south or east west, or be encircled by a halo of fine white diamonds to create contrast and lift the green into a brighter visual field, the halo offering both sparkle and a perceived increase in size. For everyday wear a bezel setting in warm yellow gold will protect the stone and emphasize its deep tone, while a minimal four prong setting in platinum or white gold will allow maximum light through the pavilion and show off the mixed brilliant cut. Consider a three stone composition with side tapered baguettes for a refined profile, or a vintage inspired mount with filigree and milgrain to bring an antique sensibility to the Ceylon provenance. Beyond rings the gem translates beautifully into a pendant that drapes low over the collarbone with a simple bail or a diamond accented halo, into a pair of statement drops paired with smaller green or white sapphires, or into bespoke cufflinks and brooches where the stone’s scale and depth can be showcased in masculine or sculptural designs. For color combinations warm metals and cognac or champagne diamonds create a sophisticated palette, while cool white metals and icy diamonds offer high contrast and brilliant sparkle. Practical considerations such as an open backed setting to maximize light, a protective bezel for active wear, or a low profile mount for comfort are all part of the customization conversation we welcome with every client. We at The Natural Sapphire Company provide design sketches, CAD visualizations, and expert advice on metal choice and setting style so that this 22.37 carat Ceylon green sapphire becomes a piece that reflects personal taste, daily needs, and the very story that began in the Sri Lankan earth, a jewel that carries with it the origin of its formation, the skill of cutting, and the vision of its wearer.