2.17 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This emerald cut yellow sapphire weighs 2.17 carats and presents precise dimensions of 8.19 by 6.57 by 3.98 millimeters, a format that yields a face up area and hand presence well suited to both solitaire rings and refined cocktail settings. The stone is transparent with light color intensity, and its hue centers on a clean, lemon to canary yellow that is characteristic of Ceylon Sri Lanka material when left unenhanced. The cutting style is a classical emerald cut with step facets on both crown and pavilion and gently truncated corners, producing long linear flashes and a controlled, architectural brilliance. Clarity is graded as very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which for the practical buyer translates into exceptional visible clarity when set, while revealing microscopic growth features under magnification that confirm natural origin and authenticity. The polish is excellent across all facet junctions, enabling crisp facet outlines and strong light return from the table and broad step facets.

From a lapidary and optical perspective this gem demonstrates a balanced set of proportions. The depth measures 3.98 millimeters, which corresponds to an overall depth ratio of approximately 54 percent when compared to the stone average dimension, a proportion range that preserves the step cut character while optimizing light return in a light colored sapphire. The emerald cut step facet geometry emphasizes clarity and color distribution rather than scintillation, so the stone exhibits broad flashes of color and a layered depth that flatters the pale yellow chroma. The table is broad and nearly parallel to the girdle plane, providing a window into the sapphire while the crown and pavilion steps are cut with consistent symmetry and facet alignment, minimizing light leakage. As corundum, the material has a refractive index in the range typical for sapphire, providing strong brilliance, and a Mohs hardness of nine, which accounts for its excellent wearability and ability to retain polish over a lifetime of wear.

The Natural Sapphire Company sources this sapphire from Ceylon Sri Lanka, and it is supplied in its natural state without enhancement, a factor that is increasingly important for conscious collectors who seek fully traceable and untreated gemstones. Our sourcing philosophy prioritizes traceability and responsible procurement, and where possible we maintain chain of custody documentation from the mine to the consumer. Choosing an unenhanced Ceylon sapphire supports transparency in the marketplace, because the absence of heat treatment or diffusion preserves the original crystal chemistry and surface textures that are often altered by interventions. We work with mining partners and local communities in Sri Lanka to encourage fair compensation and minimal environmental disruption, and we support third party gemological verification when clients require laboratory documentation for provenance and treatment status.

For the sustainable and design minded buyer this sapphire integrates readily into a conscious collection, pairing beautifully with recycled precious metals and ethically produced mounting components. The emerald cut profile and truncated corners respond well to settings that offer both aesthetic restraint and physical protection, such as a low profile bezel with chamfered edges or a four prong mounting that incorporates corner guards, preserving the stone geometry while minimizing exposure of the table to knocks. The light yellow tone complements warm recycled golds and brushed palladium finishes, while the stone size and orientation allow it to read larger than its carat weight when set face up. Routine care is straightforward, requiring gentle soapy water and a soft brush, avoiding harsh ultrasonic cleaning if set in certain antique or composite mountings, and periodic professional inspection to maintain secure settings. If you value transparency of origin, natural state material, and considered craftsmanship, The Natural Sapphire Company can provide detailed imagery, provenance notes where available, and bespoke design services to ensure this 2.17 carat Ceylon yellow sapphire becomes a durable and ethically aligned centerpiece in your collection.