Sri Lanka — historically known as Ceylon — is one of the world’s most consistently documented sources of colored gemstones.
Historical records, including ancient trade routes and royal inventories, confirm that gemstones from the island have been used for more than 2,000 years by rulers, nobility, and collectors.
Today, Sri Lankan stones remain well regarded in the global market for their recognized origin and established gemological profile.

Sri Lanka produces several gemstone varieties in naturally limited quantities.
The country is particularly known for:

• Ceylon Blue Sapphire
   
• Ceylon Padparadscha Sapphire
   
• Ceylon Ruby
   
• Alexandrite
   
• Cat’s Eye Chrysoberyl
   
• Ceylon Spinel
   

These stones are geographically restricted to specific mining regions, contributing to their recognized rarity.

Sri Lankan gemstones are:

• compact and easy to store
   
• highly durable minerals suitable for long-term preservation
   
• physical assets not directly tied to currency fluctuations
   

These characteristics make them suitable for individuals who value tangible, long-lasting objects rather than financial instruments.

Market demand for Sri Lankan gemstones is supported by:

• the country’s long-standing global reputation for quality
   
• limited availability of untreated stones
   
• growth of luxury consumption in regions such as Asia and the Middle East
   

These factors contribute to continued interest from buyers and collectors.

Sri Lankan gemstones are commonly examined and certified by internationally recognized gemological laboratories, including:

• GIA 
• GRS 
• SSEF 
• AGL
   

Reports typically document:

                species and variety
               carat weight
               color and clarity
                presence or absence of treatments
                geographic origin (Sri Lanka, when determinable through testing)
 

These certifications provide verifiable information that supports transparent evaluation.

Sri Lanka is considered one of the most reputable sources of natural colored gemstones.
Its stones are known for:

• authentic geological rarity
• distinctive visual qualities 
• long historical significance 
• steady global interest
   

They are generally chosen not for speculative purposes, but for their durability, cultural relevance and long-term desirability as tangible assets.

We provide:

• ethically sourced Sri Lankan gemstones
   
• certified rubies, sapphires, padparadscha, alexandrites and cat’s eye stones
   
• transparent and professional valuation
   
• guidance based on rarity, origin and objective gemological criteria