2.23 Ct. Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This listing describes a single, transparent purple sapphire weighing 2.23 carats, cut into a classical oval shape with precise dimensions of 8.01 x 6.80 x 5.29 mm, supplied by The Natural Sapphire Company. The gem is fashioned in a mixed brilliant cut that combines a brilliant style crown with a faceted pavilion, a design choice that enhances scintillation while preserving weight and color. Clarity is graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which means the stone appears clean to the naked eye and displays excellent light return and windowless brilliance. Color is described as intense, which in sapphire terminology denotes strong saturation and depth without crossing into over dark territory, giving the stone a vivid purple that reads lively and pure under normal viewing conditions. The polish is rated excellent, a final finishing touch that ensures smooth facet junctions and optimal facet reflection, and notably the sapphire has undergone no enhancement, making it a natural, untreated gem from Ceylon in Sri Lanka, a provenance known for producing sapphires with bright, clean tones.

For an educated buyer assessing quality, each of these attributes matters in predictable ways and combines to determine both aesthetic appeal and market value. The weight of 2.23 carats and the face up dimensions place this stone in a size class that is desirable for a variety of fine jewelry settings, offering a presence that is substantial yet wearable. The very very slightly included clarity grade implies that inclusions are minimal and generally only detectable under magnification, a factor which preserves transparency and maximizes the stone’s interaction with light. The intense color intensity indicates a high saturation level, which for purple sapphires is less common than blue or pink varieties, adding to rarity. Origin matters to connoisseurs, and Ceylon sapphires are historically prized for their combination of lively color and good crystallographic quality. The fact that this stone is untreated elevates its appeal to collectors and investors who prefer natural material, because untreated sapphires from reputable origins typically command a premium and are treated as more collectible and potentially more stable in long term market value.

The mixed brilliant cut and excellent polish speak to the craftsmanship invested in this piece, and this craftsmanship is central to its value as an object of both beauty and investment. A mixed cut can be a deliberate choice to balance brilliance and color retention, with the dazzling crown facets creating scintillation and the pavilion geometry focusing light back through the table to support color saturation. The cutter’s decisions on proportions, pavilion depth, and crown height influence how the gem reads on the finger, and in this example the cutter has preserved weight while ensuring the stone remains lively and well balanced. The untreated nature of the sapphire, combined with the precise cutting and finishing, makes it an attractive candidate for someone seeking a long lived, wearable gemstone that can also serve as a collectible asset. Sapphires are corundum with a Mohs hardness of 9, second only to diamond, so this piece is durable enough for everyday wear in rings and other jewelry, while retaining the potential to be passed down through generations as an heirloom.

Owning this purple Ceylon sapphire from The Natural Sapphire Company is an investment in both beauty and craftsmanship. From a practical perspective, you are acquiring a rare natural material, with professional cutting and excellent polish, and a clarity and color combination that supports both immediate visual impact and long term desirability. From a connoisseur perspective, an untreated, intensely colored sapphire with credible origin is a form of tangible wealth that benefits from scarcity and provenance, and that can be confidently displayed in bespoke settings crafted by skilled jewelers. We document the gem’s attributes and provide detailed images and measurements to support transparent buying decisions, and we stand behind the quality and origin of the stones we offer. For buyers who value traceable provenance, technical gemological detail, and artisanal finishing, this 2.23 carat purple sapphire represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a piece that is as rewarding to wear as it is sound to collect.