17.75 Ct. Blue Rough Sapphire Crystal from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the river gravels of Ceylon, Sri Lanka, this translucent blue sapphire began its life deep within metamorphic rock, born of pressure, heat, and time. Mined by hand and carefully removed from its host, the crystal retained features that tell its geological story, a tapestry of delicate mineral traces and natural facets that speak of the earths slow work. At 17.75 carats, and measuring 30.29 x 11.61 x 8.98 mm, this various shape sapphire carries a presence that is at once raw and refined, the surface reflecting a medium light color intensity that is unmistakably Ceylonese. Evaluated at eye level as slightly included, its clarity reveals tiny natural signatures that confirm its authenticity and origin. There has been no enhancement, so the color and character you see are purely natural, and The Natural Sapphire Company stands behind this provenance with the care and transparency our clients expect.

In the cutting studio the stone was honored rather than coerced, its rough crystal cut preserving the geometry of its natural faces while introducing deliberate facets that enhance its light performance. The cutter respected the crystal habit and used geometric faceting to create planes that catch and redirect sunlight and lamp light, transforming each angle into a moment of brilliance. This approach, combining raw form with calculated angles, allows maximum light play, a lively dance of internal glow and surface sparkle that shifts as you move the gem. The excellent polish on each facet intensifies this effect, smoothing the passage of light so that the sapphire reads as both translucent and luminous, the body of blue appearing to pulse from within. The various shape gives the gem a sculptural silhouette that sits elegantly in a bespoke bezel or a delicate open setting, elongating the finger if set as a ring and commanding attention in a pendant.

The story of a Ceylon sapphire carries cultural resonance as well, Sri Lanka having supplied courts and collectors for centuries, its gems woven into tales of kings and travelers. Owning a stone like this means holding a piece of that history, a living link to the mines where generations of artisans and families have worked the land. The slightly included clarity and the presence of natural mineral veining are not flaws to be concealed but signatures of place, the fingerprint of the earth that makes each sapphire unique. At The Natural Sapphire Company we celebrate these individual characteristics, preferring to offer stones in their honest state, untreated and faithfully described, so that each client may choose beauty that aligns with integrity. This sapphire will appeal to collectors who prize rarity and to wearers who value a gem with a narrative that begins long before it becomes a jewel.

For those who love contrast and complementary color, consider pairing this Ceylon blue with a White Opal accent, the opal type known for its creamy body tone and delicate flashes of color that seem to shimmer over a pale canvas. White Opal brings soft iridescence that plays against the sapphires translucent blue, offering a design language of light and softness, ideal for halo settings, inlay details, or a two stone ring that balances boldness and nuance. Whether you envision a bespoke commission, a modern sculptural ring, or an heirloom pendant, The Natural Sapphire Company can translate the gem's geology and geometry into a wearable story. Contact us to discuss settings, viewing options, and certification, and let this uniquely faceted 17.75 carat Ceylon sapphire become a part of your own story.