Sri Lankan Sapphire Jewellery

Why Choose Sri Lankan Sapphires?

Understanding what makes these gems exceptional begins with their remarkable provenance. Sri Lanka is recognised as the world’s oldest sapphire source, with gemstones discovered over the course of millennia. The island produces sapphires with lighter, brighter blue tones and subtle violet notes, distinguishing them from stones found elsewhere.

Among the rarest gemstones on earth, Padparadscha sapphires—a unique orange pink variety—also originate from Sri Lanka, prized for their exceptional colour and scarcity.

Discover more about this exceptional gemstone in our guide to Sri Lankan sapphires.

Sri Lankan Sapphire Jewellery at Pragnell

Our collection includes Sri Lankan sapphire rings, earrings, pendants and statement jewels spanning antique, vintage and modern designs. Many of the finest stones were discovered generations ago and now are most commonly found in period jewellery, making each piece irreplaceable.

At Pragnell, antique sapphires are carefully restored where required—sometimes re-polished by master cutters—to reveal their original brilliance while preserving their character and provenance.

Craftsmanship & Expertise

Each Sri Lankan sapphire is selected through Pragnell’s global network and evaluated by expert gemmologists. Stones may be certified and documented, with full disclosure of treatments where applicable. Our jewellery is handcrafted in Great Britain or curated from exceptional historic pieces, reflecting Pragnell’s legacy as a sixth-generation family jeweller.