5.06 Ct. Orange Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

A jewel of rare distinction, this transparent orange sapphire weighs 5.06 carats and arrives to you from the storied soils of Ceylon, Sri Lanka, accompanied by SSEF certification that affirms its origin and integrity. Expertly fashioned into a generous cushion shape, the gem measures 9.63 by 9.26 by 6.31 millimeters, and is cut with a mixed brilliant faceting that marries the scintillating fire of a brilliant with the enduring elegance of a traditional cushion outline. Under close scrutiny at eye level the stone is eye clean, a clarity that allows the vivid, saturated orange color to sing with an unimpeded intensity. The polish is excellent, each facet finished with a mirror precision that allows light to travel, reflect, and refract within the stone so that the surface seems to glow from within. The sapphire has undergone a professional heat treatment, a time honored practice in the trade that enhances color and stability, and this refinement has been disclosed and documented so that the provenance and enhancement are as transparent as the gem itself.

To hold this orange sapphire is to hold a fragment of gemological and cultural history, a lineage that links modern collectors to ancient traditions. In Sri Lanka, which for centuries has been synonymous with the finest corundum, sapphires were revered by kings and priests alike, set in crowns, talismans, and sacred jewelry to signify power, protection, and auspicious fortune. The warm, sunlit hue of an orange sapphire echoes the symbolism of fire and sunlight, associations that have been celebrated across cultures as emblems of vitality, creativity, and abundance. Historically, gems of this color were chosen by those who sought to channel the generous energy of the sun, to invite prosperity, or to mark a bold new beginning, and artisans in Ceylon have been polishing and setting such stones for generations using skills passed down through families. When you choose this gem, you are participating in that continuum, acquiring not just a finely cut crystalline object, but a piece that carries the echoes of ritual, ceremony, and the refined taste of collectors who have treasured Ceylonese sapphires for centuries.

At The Natural Sapphire Company we present this sapphire as more than a stone, it is an emblem of achievement and an invitation to refined expression. Its vivid orange presents a rare opportunity for a signature ring, a modern pendant, or a bespoke heirloom that will be admired for its color depth and perfect proportions. Consider settings that honor both its cushion form and luminous facets, designs where the gem sits elevated to catch light with every movement, or silhouettes that frame the stone with warm metals to enhance its fiery presence. Pairing it with subtle pavé diamonds will amplify its brilliance without diminishing the singular warmth of the orange, while a minimal bezel will emphasize the stone as an object of confidence and intention. Our experts will guide you through bespoke design options and provide the SSEF report so that you may understand every aspect of the sapphire, from its origin in Ceylon to its professional heat treatment and the exacting standards of its polish and cut. Owning this gemstone from The Natural Sapphire Company is an affirmation of discerning taste, a celebration of heritage, and a commitment to a legacy that will be passed down and treasured for generations.