2.69 Ct. Padparadscha Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

A moment of quiet luxury reveals itself in this exquisite padparadscha sapphire, a transparent 2.69 carat oval of rare and irresistible character, presented by The Natural Sapphire Company. Carefully cut into an elegant mixed brilliant oval measuring 9.76 x 7.40 x 4.40 mm, this gem offers a harmonious marriage of fire and refinement. The medium intense color intensity delivers that elusive padparadscha balance, where rose petal pink flirts with warm sunset orange to produce a hue that feels both romantic and supremely sophisticated. Evaluated at eye level as very very slightly included, the clarity of this stone permits a luminous depth, while an excellent polish allows each facet to sing with a serene brilliance. Most important to discerning collectors and connoisseurs, this sapphire carries no enhancement, a mark of authenticity that amplifies its desirability and rarity.

The origin of this sapphire, Ceylon Sri Lanka, infuses the stone with provenance that transcends mere geography, adding cultural and historical resonance to its intrinsic beauty. Sri Lanka has been synonymous with some of the world’s most treasured sapphires for centuries, its alluvial soils yielding gems with a clarity, color spectrum, and crystalline structure that are unique and highly prized. To own a padparadscha from Ceylon is to possess a piece of that legacy, an heirloom of natural history that speaks to an enduring lineage of gem cutting and refined taste. The island’s geological conditions forge sapphires with that poignant, soft intensity that padparadscha lovers seek, and an unenhanced gem from this source is especially precious because it retains its original, unaltered soul. At The Natural Sapphire Company, our commitment to sourcing responsibly and transparently ensures that the provenance of this stone is not an appealing story alone, but a guarantee that its value is rooted in authenticity, ethical stewardship, and expert selection.

Owning this padparadscha is an achievement for those who understand that true luxury is measured by rarity, provenance, and the quiet perfection of craftsmanship. At 2.69 carat, this stone occupies a coveted space where presence and wearability converge, ideal for a bespoke engagement ring that announces refined taste, or for a signature pendant that frames the wearer with an effortless, cultivated glow. The excellent polish and the mixed brilliant cut enhance light return while preserving the gem’s natural color distribution, making every movement an intimate performance of color and brilliance. For collectors, the combination of Ceylon origin, untreated status, and exceptional clarity elevates this sapphire beyond ornament to investment, an appreciating treasure that can be appreciated today and cherished for generations. Allow The Natural Sapphire Company to guide you through the possibilities of setting and provenance documentation, so that this remarkable padparadscha becomes not only a symbol of distinction, but a personal legacy of taste and achievement.