2.64 Ct. Yellowish Green Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

At The Natural Sapphire Company, we cherish gemstones that carry both geological nobility and human history, and this transparent 2.64 carat, oval shape, yellowish green sapphire is a perfect embodiment of that legacy. Measuring 9.80 by 7.44 by 4.87 millimeters, this gem combines classic proportions with a modern mixed brilliant cut, yielding a balance of color saturation and scintillation that pleases both traditionalists and collectors. The sapphire presents an intense color intensity that is at once evocative of Ceylonine landscapes and remarkably wearable in a wide range of settings. Clarity is graded very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which means that the stone retains exceptional visual purity while preserving natural character. The piece has been heat-treated, a long-established and stable enhancement that brings forth depth and uniformity of tone without compromising integrity, and an excellent polish that translates every facet edge into crisp reflections and lively return of light.

Ceylon, Sri Lanka, has been a source of revered sapphires for centuries, and this stone carries that heritage in its very molecules. Sapphires from that island have adorned crowns and ceremonial regalia, and they have been treasured for their consistency of hue and the way their surfaces come alive under candlelight and sun. This particular yellowish green sapphire, with origins in Ceylon, Sri Lanka, connects to those same traditions. Its oval outline is a timeless silhouette that evokes classical gem cutting, a shape that has been favored through eras for its elegant elongation and flattering symmetry. Whether set in a solitaire ring that recalls antique styling, or paired in a three-stone mounting that echoes inheritance pieces, this sapphire feels as if it has always belonged to narratives of lineage and enduring taste.

The optical brilliance of this sapphire arises from a dialogue between its corundum crystal structure and the cutter’s geometry, a conversation that this mixed brilliant cut amplifies with remarkable sophistication. Corundum is aluminum oxide arranged in a hexagonal lattice, a dense and hard framework that supports a high refractive index, a physical property that bends and concentrates light more intensely than many other gem materials. The mixed brilliant cut pairs a faceted crown of smaller, carefully angled facets with a pavilion whose facets are cut to encourage internal reflection and controlled escape of light as scintillation. With dimensions that produce a depth of approximately 56.5 percent when measured against the average diameter, the stone maintains an ideal volume for light to enter, scatter, and return as lively flashes, rather than being lost through leakage. The excellent polish minimizes microscopic diffusion at facet junctions, and the very slightly included clarity permits maximal light return without the obtrusion of eye-observable flaws. Trace elements responsible for the yellowish green hue, influenced by iron and other subtle chromophores, interact with the precise facet pattern to create a play of color and brightness that is complex, layered, and uniquely engaging, a sparkle that can be described as both interior fire and surface brilliance working in concert.

Owning a gem like this is an invitation to carry forward a classical sensibility while enjoying modern lapidary excellence. The mellow yet intense yellowish green tone of this 2.64-carat oval sapphire sits comfortably within heirloom aesthetics, offering the sort of presence that grows in appreciation over time. Its origin in Ceylon, Sri Lanka, and its careful treatment and finishing are part of a lineage of craftsmanship that The Natural Sapphire Company honors and sustains, so that each gem can be both an object of beauty and a bridge to the past. For those who value tradition, provenance, and the science of light combined with the art of cutting, this sapphire stands as a refined choice, a stone whose structural virtues and historical resonance create a brilliance that seems almost timeless.