2.64 Ct. Greenish Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 2.64 carat oval greenish yellow sapphire is a rare and striking example of natural Ceylon gem material, offered by The Natural Sapphire Company. The gem measures 9.64 x 7.67 x 4.71 mm, is faceted with a mixed brilliant cutting style, and displays intense color with exceptional transparency. Its clarity grade is very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means that a trained eye will note only minor inclusions that do not detract from the gem at a normal viewing distance. The polish is excellent, lending each facet crisp reflections and a lively face up presence, and importantly this sapphire has no enhancement, making it a fully natural stone from origin to table. These combined attributes produce a stone that sits between wearable everyday jewelry and investment quality collectible, appealing to buyers who value natural state, provenance, and technical excellence in cutting and finishing.

The color profile of greenish yellow in Ceylon sapphires is often the result of trace concentrations of iron, interacting with crystal field conditions to yield a yellow hue with a subtle green overtone in certain orientations, and the result is an intense and lively color when cut well. The mixed brilliant cut chosen for this oval shape balances pavilion facets that encourage light return, with crown facets that enhance color saturation and scintillation, making the stone shine while preserving its tone. At 9.64 mm by 7.67 mm, the proportions provide a pleasing table to depth ratio, ensuring that the gem presents strong color from the face up view while maintaining depth for durability and visual depth. Because this sapphire has not been heat treated or otherwise enhanced, it carries a premium in the market, and collectors and informed buyers often prioritize untreated material for its rarity and historical authenticity.

Clarity and cutting work together to define the practical beauty of this sapphire, and the very slightly included grade reflects inclusions that are generally internal and not surface reaching, which supports lasting durability and ease of setting. Inclusions in Ceylon sapphires often take the form of fine needles or tiny crystals, occasionally with narrow fluid features, and in this gem those markers are minimal at eye level, allowing excellent light transmission. The mixed brilliant cut is particularly effective at masking small inclusions because the multiple small crown facets break up and disperse light, creating scintillation and fire that distract the eye from internal features. From a gemological perspective, the stone would be evaluated for refractive index and specific gravity consistent with corundum, and its provenance can be corroborated by inclusion type and trace element chemistry that point to Ceylon Sri Lanka as the likely origin. For an educated buyer, the combination of natural origin, lack of enhancement, intense color, and excellent cutting represents a clear set of quality signals that justify both aesthetic and investment interest.

The journey of this sapphire from mine to market is one of careful selection and stewardship, a narrative that underscores why The Natural Sapphire Company presents it with confidence. It began in the alluvial and primary deposits of Ceylon Sri Lanka where gem bearing gravels and weathered rock are worked by experienced local miners, who use both traditional techniques and modern sorting methods to recover material of gem quality. Rough pieces are then sent to experienced lapidaries, often in Sri Lanka itself or in specialist cutting centers, where master cutters evaluate each rough to determine optimal orientation, weight retention, and color yield. The decision to fashion this piece as an oval mixed brilliant was a deliberate choice to maximize intense greenish yellow color and maintain a clean, symmetrical table while retaining the most carat weight possible. After cutting and polishing, each stone undergoes careful grading and assessment, with photographs and measurements recorded, and when a gem is confirmed to be natural and untreated The Natural Sapphire Company catalogs it with full transparency about its characteristics. The final steps include professional imaging to present the true face up color and brilliance, secure and insured shipping for buyers, and the option for bespoke setting services to realize the gem in a ring, pendant, or bespoke piece that complements its size and color. For the educated collector or buyer who values verified origin and natural state, this 2.64 carat Ceylon greenish yellow sapphire represents a gem whose path from mine to market reflects ethical sourcing, technical skill, and the kind of straightforward documentation that builds lasting value.