5.23 Ct. Yellow Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One beautiful transparent 5.23 carat emerald cut yellow sapphire, measuring 10.15 x 7.89 x 6.24 mm, presents a classic step cut that emphasizes clarity and depth of color. The stone is graded very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, meaning that its minor internal characteristics are not evident to the naked eye and are only appreciable under magnification. The light color intensity gives the sapphire a delicate, luminous yellow tone that reads as refined and wearable, while the excellent polish maximizes light return across the broad table and long step facets characteristic of the emerald cut. Origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a source renowned for producing sapphires with a pleasing balance of color and clarity, and importantly this sapphire has had no enhancement, a factor that enhances its rarity and value to an educated buyer. The combination of a substantial 5.23 carat weight and the efficient emerald cut produces a stone that sits elegantly in the finger, offering a sophisticated profile for solitaire, halo, or custom settings, and preserving carat weight while delivering a crisp, architectural facet pattern.

For the romantic buyer who values both story and substance, this Ceylon yellow sapphire evokes the first gentle light of morning, a quiet promise that grows warmer with time. Its light yellow hue calls to mind a whispered vow at dawn, and the step cut acts like panes of glass through which that first light travels, each facet reflecting a memory. The exceptional clarity, unobscured at the eye level, speaks to transparency in partnership, a visual metaphor for honesty and enduring trust. Sourced from Sri Lanka and offered by The Natural Sapphire Company, this sapphire carries both provenance and pedigree, details that matter to collectors and sentimental buyers alike. If you prefer a bespoke setting to honor its proportions and character, we can advise on mounting choices that preserve the stones architecture and showcase its luminous color, and we are happy to provide additional photographs and measurement confirmations to assist in your decision.