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Certified Natural Ceylon Sapphires

Direct from Sri Lanka's gem fields


Handpicked stones sourced from licensed local miners with none of the retail markup

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What our customers says

“I'm really happy with the stone you helped me find as well as the unexpected additions, I have been looking at them ever since and trying to decide what designs would compliment them best.”
Alyse (Australia)
“I found that Nadeera was very responsive to working with me to source sapphires that were the size and colour that I wanted. I have no hesitation in recommending him and his business.”
Desiree Wheare (Australia)
“We met them during a workshop at Bara Beach. They were very kind, professional, and helpful people.
Thank you for the experience and for your kindness!”
Delia Albisetti (Switzerland)
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Who we are....

Led by a mother of a growing child,

our team brings together the precision of two software engineers and the heritage of a traditional gem mine owner.

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Ruwani
Mother / Entrepreneur
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Nadeera
Software Engineer
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Kasun
Software Engineer
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Bhathiya
Mine Owner / Engineer
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Outside of our core careers, we channel our passion into gemology and ethical gem trading. By establishing direct relationships with small-scale traditional miners, we source exceptional gemstones straight from the source. We proudly champion these traditional mines, as they represent the most responsible, low-impact, and sustainable way to extract precious gems.

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In Sri Lanka or Shopping from Abroad?

Tailored experiences for global collectors and local travelers. Select your path to acquiring an authentic Ceylon sapphire.

Visiting Sri Lanka

We bring a curated selection straight to your hotel or preferred meeting room.

Buying From Abroad

Inspect stones via 4K video on WhatsApp or via Web link and receive secure, insured shipping.

What We Do

We source natural gemstones from trusted local miners and suppliers & offer internationally recognized gemological certification

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Some FAQs

Every stone we show is 100% natural and mined in Sri Lanka. We do not sell lab-grown stones, glass-filled stones, or imitations. Authentication and certification is handled by the National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA) — Sri Lanka's official state body.

Yes. Foreign tourists may hand-carry loose gemstones purchased for personal use through Bandaranaike Airport with no restrictions. We provide a retail invoice with full gemstone specifications that satisfies customs requirements at departure.

We cover Colombo, the Katunayake Airport hotel zone, Galle Fort, and Hikkaduwa. Same-day viewings are typically available. WhatsApp us your hotel name and we'll confirm within the hour.

We source on request. WhatsApp us your specifications — colour, carat range, treatment preference, budget — and we'll put together a selection tailored to you before the viewing.

It's the most cost-effective approach globally. A certified Ceylon sapphire at local prices, set by your hometown jeweller, results in a custom piece at 30–50% of what a foreign retail jeweller would charge for a comparable stone in a setting.

We accept cash in USD, EUR, and GBP, as well as Sri Lankan Rupees at the official Central Bank rate. Payment happens only after you've inspected the stone and are fully satisfied.

We accept Cash, Bank Transfer, Wise & PayPal is coming soon