The Island of Gems
Ceylon Heritage
Sri Lanka, historically known as Ceylon, has been a source of precious gemstones for over 2,000 years. The island's unique geology has produced some of the world's finest sapphires, rubies, and rare gems, earning it the ancient Arabic name "Serendib" - the origin of the word "serendipity."
Ratnapura - City of Gems
Located in the Sabaragamuwa Province, Ratnapura (which translates to "City of Gems") is the heart of Sri Lanka's gem industry. Traditional mining methods passed down through generations are still used today, with miners carefully extracting gem-bearing gravel called "illam" from riverbeds and alluvial deposits. This sustainable approach has helped preserve the environment while maintaining the quality that Ceylon gems are known for worldwide.
Ceylon Gemstones
Blue Sapphires
Ceylon is world-renowned for its vivid blue sapphires, prized for their exceptional color saturation and clarity.
Padparadscha
The rare pink-orange sapphire found almost exclusively in Sri Lanka, named after the lotus blossom.
Star Sapphires
Cabochon-cut sapphires displaying asterism - a star-shaped light effect caused by rutile inclusions.
Rubies
High-quality rubies from Sri Lanka's Ratnapura region, known for their deep red color.
Alexandrite
The color-changing chrysoberyl that appears green in daylight and red under incandescent light.
Cat's Eye
Chrysoberyl cat's eye from Sri Lanka, displaying a sharp, silky chatoyancy effect.
Authenticity Guaranteed
All our gemstones come with certification from recognized laboratories including GIA (Gemological Institute of America), AGL (American Gemological Laboratories), and the National Gem and Jewellery Authority of Sri Lanka.