Ceylon Skyfall Sapphire

There is a blue that exists only in two places in the world: at the heart of a Ceylon sapphire, and in the sky directly above you on a clear day when you tilt your head back and look up. The stone in this necklace contains both.

The Ceylon Skyfall Sapphire by Zanvari features a 1.5-carat natural Ceylon sapphire — sourced from Sri Lanka, the world's oldest and most prestigious sapphire origin — cut in a cushion mixed shape that maximises both the depth of the stone's colour and the brilliance of its facets. The sapphire is set in a double moissanite halo in 925 sterling silver with white gold plating. Rs. 122,000. Made to order in Karachi by Zanvari, third generation jewellers since 1947.

What you are buying

• Centre stone: Natural Ceylon sapphire — 1.5 carats, authenticated Sri Lankan origin
• Cut: Cushion mixed cut — brilliant crown for sparkle, step-cut pavilion for colour depth
• Colour: Royal blue — the characteristic deep cornflower-to-royal blue of Sri Lankan sapphire
• Halo: Double moissanite halo — two concentric rows of D VVS1 moissanite surrounding the sapphire
• Metal: Solid 925 sterling silver with white gold plating
• Certification: Certificate of authenticity confirming natural Ceylon origin — available on request
• Price: Rs. 122,000
• Made to order: Handcrafted in Karachi — allow 12–16 business days
• Lifetime replating: Free white gold replating for life — no charge, ever

Why Ceylon — and why no other sapphire is the same

Sri Lanka has been the world's primary source of fine sapphires for over 2,500 years. The island's geological conditions — ancient metamorphic rock formations and alluvial deposits formed over billions of years — produce sapphires with a colour quality that cannot be replicated anywhere else on earth. Ceylon sapphires are defined by their cornflower to royal blue hue: a warm-toned, luminous blue distinct from the darker and more muted blues of Australian sapphire, or the heavily saturated and often treated blues of Thai or African sapphire. The finest Ceylon stones carry a quality gemologists describe as velvety — a depth of colour that appears to glow from inside the stone rather than sitting at the surface. The sapphire in the Ceylon Skyfall is sourced directly from verified Sri Lankan suppliers. When you pay Rs. 122,000 for this necklace, you are paying for the stone. Everything else — the halo, the silver, the craftsmanship — is in service of what that sapphire is.

The name — Skyfall

The colour of a Ceylon sapphire at its finest is the exact blue of a clear sky seen from directly below — the moment before you look away, when the depth of the atmosphere itself seems to press toward you. Not navy. Not cobalt. The specific, warm, infinite blue of open sky. The name Skyfall is the moment the sky comes to you. That is what this stone looks like when it catches light from across the room.

The cushion mixed cut — why this shape for this stone

A cushion mixed cut is a combination of two faceting philosophies. The upper portion of the stone — the crown — is faceted like a brilliant cut, designed to catch light and produce movement. The lower portion — the pavilion — is faceted like a step cut, designed to intensify and deepen the stone's colour. For a blue sapphire, this combination produces the best of both optical qualities: vivid, warm colour saturation from the step-cut pavilion, with a layer of life and fire from the brilliant crown above it. The cushion mixed cut is why this sapphire looks as though it has depth rather than simply surface colour. It is why the stone reads differently in different lights — darker in shade, incandescent in sun, something else entirely under candlelight.

The double moissanite halo

Two concentric rows of D VVS1 moissanite surround the sapphire on all sides. The inner halo sits tightly against the stone, making its visual diameter appear significantly larger and softening its edges into light. The outer halo adds a second ring of brilliance that catches ambient light from every direction and returns it as white fire. The combined effect of the double halo on a deep blue sapphire is that the centre stone appears lit from within — the moissanite brightness framing the sapphire's warmth, each making the other more visible, neither competing with the other. The white gold plating keeps the metal neutral, clean, and entirely in service of the stone at the centre.

Care instructions

Store in the Zanvari box when not wearing. Apply perfume and lotion before putting the necklace on — never spray directly onto the stone or metal. Wipe with a soft dry cloth after each wear. Keep away from pools, cleaning products, and prolonged moisture. Natural sapphire is 9 on the Mohs hardness scale — one of the hardest gemstones in existence — and will not scratch or lose its colour under any normal wearing conditions. The white gold plating is covered by Zanvari's lifetime replating guarantee at no charge, for life.

Frequently asked questions

Is the sapphire certified as natural and Ceylon origin?

Yes. A certificate confirming the stone's natural origin and Sri Lankan (Ceylon) source is available with this necklace. Contact 0342 8269771 on WhatsApp before ordering to discuss the certification documentation. Natural Ceylon sapphires are significantly more valuable than heat-treated stones from other origins — the certificate is the proof of what you are buying.

Why does this necklace cost Rs. 122,000?

Because the stone is real. The Ceylon Skyfall uses a 1.5-carat natural sapphire of verified Sri Lankan origin. Natural Ceylon sapphires at this carat weight and quality command a significant premium over synthetic, heat-treated, or stones from less prestigious origins. A comparable natural Ceylon sapphire pendant in a Western jewellery market would cost considerably more. This is a once-in-a-collection purchase — not an everyday piece. The price reflects what is at the centre of it.

Is this suitable as a wedding or formal occasion piece?

It is one of the finest pieces in Zanvari's entire collection. A natural Ceylon sapphire of this quality, in a double moissanite halo pendant on a sterling silver chain, is the kind of piece that defines an occasion rather than simply accompanying it. For a wedding, a significant anniversary, a milestone birthday, or any moment that calls for jewellery of genuine substance — this is the right level.

Can I customise the chain length or any other detail?

Yes. Contact Zanvari on WhatsApp at 0342 8269771 before ordering to discuss customisation — chain length, plating preference, or any specific design request. As a natural stone order, production details and advance payment will be discussed at the time of enquiry.

How long does delivery take in Pakistan?

Each piece is made to order in 12–16 business days. Delivery across Pakistan takes 3–5 weeks. WhatsApp updates are provided throughout. Contact 0342 8269771 for all enquiries and urgent timelines.