3.21 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This GRS certified cushion shape yellow sapphire weighs 3.21 carats, a weight that immediately distinguishes it within the market, and its mass is a primary contributor to both intrinsic value and rarity. At 8.09 x 7.82 x 5.82 mm the stone presents a substantial face up area for a cushion cut, allowing the mixed brilliant cut to maximize light return and color saturation. The gemstone is transparent and evaluated as eye clean at typical viewing distances, a clarity attribute that becomes increasingly uncommon as carat weight increases. With vivid color intensity and an excellent polish, the 3.21 carat weight enhances the visual impact, as larger sapphires retain and display color more deeply and evenly than smaller examples, which in turn affects desirability and market valuation.

From an investment and collector standpoint, weight is a decisive factor in pricing because per carat rates generally escalate at higher weight thresholds, and stones above three carats often occupy a different pricing tier relative to smaller counterparts. The origin of this sapphire is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a historical source noted for producing well saturated yellows with lively tone and brightness, and GRS certification provides objective verification of these attributes. The stone has undergone heat treatment, a standard and stable enhancement that improves clarity and color, disclosed in accordance with industry best practices. The combination of 3.21 carats, eye clean clarity, vivid color, excellent polish, and verified Sri Lankan origin positions this sapphire as a rare and substantial example within its color category. The Natural Sapphire Company presents this piece with full disclosure and documentation, reflecting an emphasis on quality, provenance, and accurate grading. For clients evaluating sapphires for prolonged wear, bespoke settings, or collection purposes the weight and associated optical presence of this cushion shaped yellow sapphire merit consideration, as the carat weight directly influences appearance and long term value in the secondary and primary markets.