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Sri Lanka

Mounted in 18Kt Gold

The pendant measures 3.3cm x 0.8cm x 0.6cm (1.3in x 0.3in x 0.2in)

All Venusrox Jewellery is presented in luxury packaging.

The 18kt gold chain is not included. Our 18kt gold chain selection may be viewed and purchased here

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An exceptional pendant featuring a natural blue Sapphire crystal from Sri Lanka, elegantly mounted in handcrafted 18Kt Gold. Unlike faceted Sapphire jewellery designed primarily for brilliance, this piece celebrates the gemstone in its natural crystal form. The elongated crystal displays delicate shades of icy blue to deep steel-blue, with internal translucency that reveals the Sapphire's natural growth structures and geological history. The minimalist gold setting securely frames the crystal while allowing its unique shape and colour to remain the focal point.

Sapphire is the blue variety of Corundum, one of the hardest minerals on Earth, ranking 9 on the Mohs scale. Revered for centuries as a symbol of wisdom, truth, and nobility, Sapphire has adorned royal regalia and treasured jewellery collections throughout history. Natural crystal specimens such as this are especially appreciated by mineral collectors because they preserve the gemstone's original form before cutting and polishing.

Sri Lanka, historically known as Ceylon, is one of the world's most celebrated Sapphire-producing regions. For over two thousand years, the island has yielded exceptional Sapphires renowned for their clarity, colour, and quality. Many of the world's finest blue Sapphires trace their origins to Sri Lanka's gem-rich alluvial deposits.

The combination of an authentic Sapphire crystal and warm 18Kt gold creates a pendant that bridges fine jewellery and natural mineral art. It is a sophisticated piece that showcases both the beauty of a precious gemstone and the remarkable geological processes that formed it deep within the Earth millions of years ago.