‘Ceylon sapphires’ are renowned as the best in the world Ratnapura, Sri Lanka: From the Queen of Sheba to Britain’s Duchess of Cambridge, Sri Lanka’s sapphires have adorned royalty through ...

The stunning 12-carat Ceylon sapphire and diamond ring was actually a catalogue item. By Stellene Volandes Published: Aug 23, 2022 5:24 PM EDT. Tim Graham.

The second was a sapphire and diamond pendant necklace that sold for $312,500, centered with a 40.07-carat cushion-shaped Ceylon (Sri Lankan) with no indications of heat or clarity enhancement ...

A fancy pink diamond with French Imperial provenance, Indian Mughal jewels and a 392.52-carat Ceylon sapphire are among the highlights of Christie’s New York Magnificent Jewels auction on June 17.

Princess Diana's sapphire and diamond ring is arguably the most iconic engagement ring of all time. The 12-carat Ceylon sapphire design, complete with white gold band and 14 solitaire diamonds ...

Local gemologists say the gem is worth at least $100 million, but could sell for up to $175 million. According to Ceylon Today, the sapphire was discovered last August in Ratnapura, a town in ...

Ceylon sapphires, known after the island’s colonial-era name, ... Gem expert Rohan Pitigala said it was difficult for the untrained eye to spot an imitation gem stone, ...