2.48 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Grey Star Sapphire Pair from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

These translucent grey star sapphires present a rare combination of natural asterism, classical cabochon cutting, and unenhanced origin, making them stand out from many treated or commercially altered stones on the market. The pair weigh 1.38 carats and 1.10 carats respectively, with round proportions and dimensions of 6.26 x 5.85 x 3.53 mm and 6.25 x 5.72 x 2.89 mm, cabochon cut to bring out the six ray star, clarity grade of included evaluated at eye level which is typical for star sapphires and in fact responsible for the visible star, medium color intensity that gives a soft elegant grey tone, and an excellent polish that enhances luster and the star effect. Origin Ceylon Sri Lanka is an advantage compared to many sources, because Sri Lankan star sapphires are prized for balanced color and well defined asterism. Unlike heat treated or diffused sapphires which can show brighter but artificial color, these stones are no enhancement, offering authentic natural character and long term value. In the marketplace you will often find larger single stars or heavily treated pieces, but a matched pair with close dimensions and complementary tonality is harder to locate, making this duo especially desirable for matched earrings or a coordinated pendant and ring set.

From a value and design perspective these sapphires outperform many alternatives because they combine provenance, natural asterism, and excellent finish, all at modest sizes that suit elegant fine jewelry. The cabochon shape and excellent polish maximize the six ray star when viewed under direct light, giving a living optical effect that smaller or poorly cut stones cannot match. Inclusions are part of the character here, they create the star and should be viewed as a structural advantage rather than a defect for asterism gems, and because there has been no enhancement the stones will age and respond to settings predictably. For custom designs The Natural Sapphire Company can recommend mounting styles that protect the domed surface while centering the star, and matching the pair in earrings preserves symmetry in daily wear. If you are comparing these to dyed, filled, or heavily heated alternatives, consider authenticity, long term value, and the unique soft grey aura these Ceylon star sapphires display, they offer both rarity and versatility for elegant, understated jewelry.