107.96 Ct. Black Sapphire Crystal from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One of the most arresting specimens in our collection at The Natural Sapphire Company is this single opaque black sapphire, weighing 107.96 carats, presented in a variety of natural facets that catch the eye and invite contemplation. The piece measures 41.30 x 20.20 x 15.60 mm, and it carries a rough crystal cut that preserves the stone life and character in a way that only minimally treated material can do. The color intensity is deep and dark, a midnight depth that reads as black at first glance, yet reveals traces of blue under certain lights, a reminder of sapphire lineage. The polish is excellent, a careful finishing touch that allows the surface to respond to light with a soft luster rather than a mirror like brilliance, which suits the antique and elemental aesthetic of the crystal. This sapphire is completely natural, with no enhancement, and its provenance is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a land whose mines and legends have supplied the world with some of the most storied corundum specimens for centuries. For connoisseurs who value authenticity and presence, this stone offers the uncompromising appeal of raw beauty refined by expert hands, a gem that feels as if it has been waiting through ages for a discerning owner.

The narrative of this black sapphire is inseparable from history and tradition, and its form speaks in a language that predates modern cutting conventions. In Ceylon Sri Lanka, sapphires have been mined and admired for millennia, woven into royal garments, set into amulets, and traded across continents as tokens of status and guardianship. A black sapphire of this scale and character evokes those same ancient associations, suggesting a continuity with the past that appeals to collectors who prize lineage as much as rarity. The rough crystal cut enhances that sense of continuity by preserving natural planes and growth features, by allowing small inclusions and mineral traces to remain visible, and by presenting a silhouette that recalls the raw corundum crystals found in the earth. When set into a classic ring or a museum quality pendant, the stone will carry with it this sense of time, as if a fragment of geological and cultural history has been made wearable. For those drawn to objects that tell stories rather than simply display flash, this sapphire is an heirloom waiting to be born, a piece that will age beautifully and speak of tradition in every light.

Durability is a practical concern for anyone considering such an impressive stone for daily wear or for a piece intended to be worn across generations, and sapphires are among the most resilient of gemstones. On the Mohs hardness scale, corundum, which includes sapphires, sits at nine, just below diamond which is ten, and well above quartz which is seven. This places sapphire among the hardest gemstones that are commonly used in jewelry, and it means that the stone resists scratching during normal wear far better than many other species. The Mohs ranking does not alone determine toughness, and care should be taken to avoid hard impacts along the crystal edges, especially for a specimen with a rough crystal cut and natural facets where cleavage planes or structural irregularities may be present. Because this sapphire is unenhanced and polished to an excellent finish, it responds well to being set with protective settings such as bezels or rails that protect its edges while allowing the body of the stone to remain visible. For collectors and jewelers who wish to transform this piece into a wearable object, settings that balance protection with display are ideal, and routine cleaning with mild soap and warm water will preserve its surface without risk. The combination of a nine on the Mohs scale, an unenhanced natural origin, and expert polish gives confidence that this stone will stand the test of time when it is cared for in the manner of fine jewelry.

For those who covet a gem that is both part of a lineage and imminently wearable, this 107.96 carat black sapphire offers a rare union of scale, authenticity, and cultural resonance. Its dimensions and raw silhouette make it a superb candidate for a statement pendant that centers a classic design, or for a high profile brooch that allows the stone to remain almost sculptural. Designers may choose to complement the dark body with warm metals, like yellow gold, to accentuate subtle blue overtones, or with cool white platinum to emphasize the stone pure depth. For collectors focused on legacy, the piece will respond beautifully to a museum style mount that secures and displays the stone while maintaining its geological narrative. At The Natural Sapphire Company we appreciate both the conservation and the reimagining of gems, and we welcome inquiries from clients who wish to commission bespoke settings or to learn more about the stone provenance and handling. This sapphire does not seek to dazzle with transient flash, it invites a longer relationship, one that celebrates endurance, the authority of natural form, and the quiet magnificence of an ancient mineral rendered accessible to a new generation. For anyone who values history, durability, and the power of a single object to carry meaning across time, this black sapphire is an exceptional choice.