5.23 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exquisite yellow sapphire from Ceylon, weighing 5.23 carats, is a standout choice for anyone seeking a gemstone that combines beauty, provenance, and practicality. Measuring 11.02 x 8.57 x 6.96 mm with an elegant oval outline, the stone has been given a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes scintillation and return of light, creating lively flashes that bring the light yellow tone to life. The clarity is described as very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means the gem presents with exceptional transparency and a clean visual face that most viewers will find nearly pristine under normal examination. The polish is excellent, so facet junctions are crisp and smooth, enhancing overall sparkle and giving it a refined finished look that competes with finer stones on the market. Origin matters, and Ceylon sapphires are prized for their clear, luminous colors and well balanced saturation, so this example offers a classic, sunny Ceylon character that is often more desirable than comparable stones from less established sources. Compared to commercially common yellow gems, this sapphire outperforms in several technical aspects, offering a combination of size, clarity, cut, and origin that is rare to find together.

Durability is one of the most important considerations for a gemstone intended for regular use, and this sapphire is exceptionally well suited to daily wear. As a variety of corundum, sapphire ranks 9 on the Mohs hardness scale, second only to diamond, which means it resists scratching from everyday materials and maintains its polish and facet integrity for years of constant wear. Beyond hardness, corundum has excellent toughness and no true cleavage like that found in many other yellow colored gems, so it is far less prone to splitting under impact. For comparisons, yellow topaz has a lower hardness and a pronounced cleavage, making it more vulnerable to chips and breaks, while citrine is considerably softer and will show wear quickly in rings and bracelets. Heat treatment has been applied to this stone, which is an industry standard to enhance color and clarity, and when performed properly it produces stable results that do not diminish durability. That stability means this sapphire can safely be set in rings, pendants, and everyday earrings, provided standard care is observed, such as avoiding harsh chemical exposure and having settings inspected periodically. Professional gem cutters have given this stone an excellent polish and a mixed brilliant geometry, attributes that help distribute stresses and reduce the chances of accidental damage compared to stones with thin pavillion facets or extreme girdle profiles.

When weighing value and uniqueness against other market options, this 5.23 carat Ceylon yellow sapphire represents a compelling proposition, and at The Natural Sapphire Company we emphasize that balanced combination of price, provenance, and performance. Fancy yellow diamonds can be stunning, but they are typically far more costly per carat for similar visual impact, and they do not offer the same color warmth that a well cut sapphire delivers. Lab grown or artificially treated alternatives may offer lower price tags, but they lack the natural origin story and the long term market preference collectors place on ethically sourced Ceylon material with excellent clarity and cut. This particular example gives you an unusually large, yet wearable, carat weight with a light but lively color intensity, making it versatile for both modern and vintage inspired settings. The result is a gemstone that feels substantial on the hand, photographs beautifully, and performs reliably day to day. At The Natural Sapphire Company we provide detailed reports and support to help you choose mounting styles that protect and showcase the stone, and our experience sourcing and finishing Ceylon sapphires means you are investing in a gem with documented quality and lasting appeal. For anyone comparing gems across the market, this yellow sapphire stands out for its rare balance of size, transparency, cut quality, and durable suitability for everyday jewelry, making it an excellent, enduring choice.