Authentic Sri Lankan Gemstones

Treasures From The Island of Gems

Discover Sri Lanka’s legendary gemstones—from world-renowned Ceylon Blue Sapphires to ultra-rare Padparadscha and Chrysoberyl Cat’s Eyes. We provide comprehensive gemological guidance, certification support, and direct sourcing from trusted regional suppliers.

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Faceted Ceylon royal blue sapphire gemstone

The Heritage of Ratnapura & Alluvial Mining

Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon) is nicknamed Rathnadeepa—"The Island of Gems". For over 2,500 years, ethical traditional mining techniques have preserved gem deposits in alluvial riverbeds and ancient gravels.

Unlike heavy industrial open-pit mining, Sri Lankan gem extraction utilizes sustainable shaft mining and hand washing to protect local ecosystems while uncovering world-renowned untreated gems.

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Detailed Gem Profiles

Sri Lankan Gemstone Catalog

Browse detailed mineralogical properties. Use the button on any card to connect with the distributor on WhatsApp about availability or certification.

Ceylon royal blue sapphire

Ceylon Royal Blue Sapphire

Precious

World famous for secondary intense luster and cornflower tones. Often unheated with high natural transparency.

Mineral Family
Corundum
Mohs Hardness
9.0
Refractive Index
1.762 - 1.770
Primary Region
Ratnapura / Elahera
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Padparadscha sapphire

Padparadscha Sapphire

Ultra Rare

Named after the Sinhalese word for lotus blossom ("Padma Raga"). Perfectly balances subtle pink and orange hues.

Mineral Family
Corundum
Mohs Hardness
9.0
Refractive Index
1.762 - 1.770
Primary Region
Balangoda / Ratnapura
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Ceylon alexandrite

Ceylon Alexandrite

Collector Item

Exhibits exceptional pleochroism and color transition from teal-green in incandescent light to purplish red in artificial light.

Mineral Family
Chrysoberyl
Mohs Hardness
8.5
Refractive Index
1.745 - 1.754
Primary Region
Meetiyagoda / Deniyaya
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Ceylon star sapphire

Ceylon Star Sapphire

Asterism

Displays a sharp 6-ray star (asterism) caused by oriented microscopic rutile silk inclusions under direct light.

Mineral Family
Corundum
Mohs Hardness
9.0
Refractive Index
1.760 - 1.770
Primary Region
Pelmadulla
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Meetiyagoda blue moonstone

Meetiyagoda Blue Moonstone

Semi-Precious

World-famous for serene adularescence—an ethereal floating blue shimmer across a transparent feldspar body.

Mineral Family
Feldspar (Orthoclase)
Mohs Hardness
6.0 - 6.5
Refractive Index
1.518 - 1.526
Primary Region
Meetiyagoda
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Natural Ceylon spinel

Natural Ceylon Spinel

Untreated

Highly prized for single refraction, intense brilliance, and natural vivid red, cobalt blue, or lavender hues.

Mineral Family
Spinel
Mohs Hardness
8.0
Refractive Index
1.718
Primary Region
Okampitiya / Ratnapura
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Natural Heated Yellow Sapphire, 1.09 ct

Natural Heated Yellow Sapphire

1.09 ct
Weight
1.09 ct
Clarity
Top Eye Clean Stone
Certificate
Certificated
Origin
Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
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Natural Unheated Green Sapphire, 1.06 ct

Natural Unheated Green Sapphire

1.06 ct
Weight
1.06 ct
Clarity
Loupe Clean Stone
Certificate
Certificated
Origin
Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
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Natural Red Garnet, 12.03 ct

Natural Red Garnet

12.03 ct
Weight
12.03 ct
Clarity
Full Loupe Clean Stone
Certificate
Certificated
Origin
Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
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Natural Unheated Blue Sapphire, 5.03 ct

Natural Unheated Blue Sapphire

5.03 ct
Weight
5.03 ct
Clarity
Full Loupe Clean Stone
Certificate
Certificated
Origin
Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
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Rhodolite Garnet, 7.34 ct

Rhodolite Garnet

7.34 ct
Weight
7.34 ct
Clarity
Loupe Clean Stone
Certificate
Certificated
Origin
Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
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Evaluation Factors

Sri Lankan Gem Evaluation Guide

Understanding the key criteria when selecting natural Sri Lankan gemstones.

Color & Saturation

Ceylon gems are famous for bright, lively body colors that maintain high brilliance without turning dark or muted.

Clarity & Inclusions

Natural inclusions (like silk needles in sapphires) confirm genuine earth-mined origin and unheated status.

Custom Precision Cut

Lapidary artisans in Colombo and Ratnapura cut each stone to maximize internal refraction and carat retention.

NGJA Certification

Authentic gems are verified by National Gem & Jewellery Authority (NGJA) or GIA/GRS testing laboratories.

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What Our Clients Say

Collectors, jewellers and investors who source Ceylon gemstones through us.

"The sapphire matched the WhatsApp video exactly — same saturation, same cut. NGJA certificate arrived with the stone. Truly professional."

A. Meier Private Collector · Zurich
★★★★★

"We source our spinels and moonstones through them every season. Consistent quality, honest grading, and export paperwork always in order."

R. Silva Jewellery Buyer · London
★★★★★

"Found a Padparadscha I'd been hunting for months. The team filmed it under natural light within an hour of my inquiry — no pressure, no upselling."

J. Chen Gem Investor · Singapore
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Knowledge Base

Frequently Asked Questions

Essential guidance on purchasing and importing gemstones directly from Sri Lanka.

Every genuine Sri Lankan gemstone can be certified by government-accredited laboratories like the National Gem & Jewellery Authority (NGJA) of Sri Lanka or independent GIA/GRS facilities.

When you tap "Inquire", you'll be connected directly to our Sri Lankan gem distributor on WhatsApp. You can request 360° videos under natural light, certification details, and pricing information instantly.

Unheated sapphires are 100% natural, as taken from the earth without thermal treatment. Heated sapphires undergo traditional gentle heating to improve clarity and color consistency.

Yes. All official exports are declared through Sri Lanka Customs and NGJA authorities, ensuring all legal and tax standards are strictly followed.

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