{"title":"Heated Sapphires","description":"\u003cp\u003eNatural sapphires that have been heated, the long-established, permanent treatment used on most sapphire. Each is identified by Bellerophon Gemlab, Paris, with indications of heating recorded on its report, and is priced accordingly. Our unheated stones are listed separately.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"heated-ceylon-golden-yellow-sapphire-5-967-ct-octagonal","title":"Heated Ceylon Golden Yellow Sapphire 5.967 ct — Octagonal","description":"\u003cp\u003eA natural Ceylon sapphire of vivid yellow, the warm, saturated tone the trade calls golden. The 5.967 ct octagonal step cut is evenly coloured and transparent, with stable colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis stone has been heated. Bellerophon Gemlab records indications of heating and notes no other treatment. Heating is the long-established, permanent treatment used on most sapphire; we state it plainly so that the price reflects it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA small brown crystal inclusion sits to the left of the table and is visible in the photograph, and fine needles show under magnification. We are glad to show the stone in hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMined at Téja's own pit at Horaketiya, Ratnapura, Sri Lanka, and cut in Sri Lanka.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBellerophon Gemlab, Paris, has identified it as a natural sapphire of Ceylon (Sri Lanka) provenance in vivid yellow, with indications of heating, report no. C02946, dated 8 October 2026, and notes that it may be called \"Golden\" in the trade. The report, with a 360° video, can be verified at bellerophongemlab.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA substantial stone for a ring or pendant, suited to yellow or rose gold. Available to view in Colombo by appointment. Further images and video on request via WhatsApp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5.967 ct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 12.61 × 8.56 × 5.79 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: faceted octagonal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: vivid yellow (\"Golden\" in the trade)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour distribution: even\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour stability: stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClarity: transparent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluorescence: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment: heated (indications of heating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Ceylon (Sri Lanka), Horaketiya, Ratnapura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReport: Bellerophon Gemlab C02946\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Téja","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46087983202439,"sku":"2610090740","price":4500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/0229\/3639\/files\/C02946A.jpg?v=1791513223"},{"product_id":"heated-vivid-pink-madagascar-sapphire-3-006-ct-oval","title":"Heated Vivid Pink Madagascar Sapphire 3.006 ct — Oval","description":"\u003cp\u003eA natural sapphire from Ilakaka, Madagascar, in vivid pink. The 3.006 ct oval is evenly coloured and transparent, with stable colour, and its strong fluorescence lifts the pink in daylight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis stone has been heated. Bellerophon Gemlab records indications of heating and notes no other treatment. Heating is the long-established, permanent treatment used on most sapphire; we state it plainly so that the price reflects it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart of the Téja World Stones collection: gems from outside Sri Lanka, chosen for colour and documented with the same care as our Ceylon stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBellerophon Gemlab, Paris, has identified it as a natural sapphire of Madagascar (Ilakaka) provenance in vivid pink, with indications of heating, report no. C02957, dated 8 October 2026. The report, with a 360° video, can be verified at bellerophongemlab.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA durable stone for a ring, and a natural partner for rose gold. Available to view in Colombo by appointment. Further images and video on request via WhatsApp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.006 ct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 9.05 × 6.83 × 5.63 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: faceted oval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: vivid pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour distribution: even\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour stability: stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClarity: transparent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluorescence: strong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment: heated (indications of heating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Madagascar (Ilakaka)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReport: Bellerophon Gemlab C02957\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Téja","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46087983267975,"sku":"2610090741","price":4900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/0229\/3639\/files\/C02957A.jpg?v=1791513046"},{"product_id":"heated-ceylon-purple-sapphire-5-189-ct-oval","title":"Heated Ceylon Purple Sapphire 5.189 ct — Oval","description":"\u003cp\u003eA natural Ceylon sapphire of vivid purple. The 5.189 ct oval has stable colour and strong fluorescence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis stone has been heated. Bellerophon Gemlab records indications of heating and notes no other treatment. Heating is the long-established, permanent treatment used on most sapphire; we state it plainly so that the price reflects it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMined at Téja's own pit at Horaketiya, Ratnapura, Sri Lanka, and cut in Sri Lanka.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBellerophon Gemlab, Paris, has identified it as a natural sapphire of Ceylon (Sri Lanka) provenance in vivid purple, with indications of heating, report no. C01287, dated 16 December 2025, and notes that it may be called \"Lavender\" in the trade. The report, with a 360° video and 3D scan, can be verified at bellerophongemlab.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA deep purple of real size for a ring or pendant; it sits well against rose gold. Available to view in Colombo by appointment. Further images and video on request via WhatsApp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 5.189 ct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 12.20 × 8.80 × 5.29 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: faceted oval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: vivid purple (\"Lavender\" in the trade)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour stability: stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluorescence: strong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment: heated (indications of heating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Ceylon (Sri Lanka), Horaketiya, Ratnapura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReport: Bellerophon Gemlab C01287\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Téja","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46087983333511,"sku":"2610090742","price":3600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/0229\/3639\/files\/C01287A.jpg?v=1791512910"},{"product_id":"heated-ceylon-orangy-yellow-sapphire-10-568-ct-pear","title":"Heated Ceylon Orangy Yellow Sapphire 10.568 ct — Pear","description":"\u003cp\u003eA natural Ceylon sapphire of vivid orangy yellow, a deep, warm gold. At 10.568 ct the pear is a large stone, evenly coloured and transparent, with stable colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis stone has been heated. Bellerophon Gemlab records indications of heating and notes no other treatment. Heating is the long-established, permanent treatment used on most sapphire; we state it plainly so that the price reflects it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMined at Téja's own pit at Horaketiya, Ratnapura, Sri Lanka, and cut in Sri Lanka.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBellerophon Gemlab, Paris, has identified it as a natural sapphire of Ceylon (Sri Lanka) provenance in vivid orangy yellow, with indications of heating, report no. C02076, dated 19 June 2026. The report, with a 360° video, can be verified at bellerophongemlab.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA centre stone for a pendant or a substantial ring. Available to view in Colombo by appointment. Further images and video on request via WhatsApp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 10.568 ct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 14.53 × 10.52 × 8.23 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: faceted pear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: vivid orangy yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour distribution: even\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour stability: stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClarity: transparent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluorescence: faint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment: heated (indications of heating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Ceylon (Sri Lanka), Horaketiya, Ratnapura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReport: Bellerophon Gemlab C02076\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Téja","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46087983366279,"sku":"2610090743","price":8400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/0229\/3639\/files\/C02076A.jpg?v=1791512755"},{"product_id":"heated-ceylon-royal-blue-sapphire-3-681-ct-cushion","title":"Heated Ceylon Royal Blue Sapphire 3.681 ct — Cushion","description":"\u003cp\u003eA natural Ceylon sapphire of vivid blue, the saturated tone the trade calls royal blue. The 3.681 ct cushion is evenly coloured and transparent, with stable colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis stone has been heated. Bellerophon Gemlab records indications of heating and notes no other treatment. Heating is the long-established, permanent treatment used on most sapphire; we state it plainly so that the price reflects it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMined at Téja's own pit at Horaketiya, Ratnapura, Sri Lanka, and cut in Sri Lanka.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBellerophon Gemlab, Paris, has identified it as a natural sapphire of Ceylon (Sri Lanka) provenance in vivid blue, with indications of heating, report no. C02078, dated 19 June 2026, and notes that it may be called \"Royal Blue\" in the trade. The report, with a 360° video, can be verified at bellerophongemlab.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA classic centre stone for a ring or pendant. Available to view in Colombo by appointment. Further images and video on request via WhatsApp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3.681 ct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 9.38 × 6.25 × 6.55 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: faceted cushion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: vivid blue (\"Royal Blue\" in the trade)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour distribution: even\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour stability: stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClarity: transparent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluorescence: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment: heated (indications of heating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Ceylon (Sri Lanka), Horaketiya, Ratnapura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReport: Bellerophon Gemlab C02078\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Téja","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46087984513159,"sku":"2610090744","price":9200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/0229\/3639\/files\/C02078_A.jpg?v=1791512648"},{"product_id":"heated-ceylon-royal-blue-sapphire-cabochon-9-040-ct-oval","title":"Heated Ceylon Royal Blue Sapphire Cabochon 9.040 ct — Oval","description":"\u003cp\u003eA natural Ceylon sapphire of vivid blue, cut as a smooth oval cabochon. At 9.040 ct it is a large stone, evenly coloured, with stable colour; the trade would call the colour royal blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis stone has been heated. Bellerophon Gemlab records indications of heating and notes no other treatment. Heating is the long-established, permanent treatment used on most sapphire; we state it plainly so that the price reflects it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs with most cabochon sapphire, natural inclusions and fine fissures are visible within the dome and show in the photograph. The polished surface brings out depth of colour rather than sparkle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMined at Téja's own pit at Horaketiya, Ratnapura, Sri Lanka, and cut in Sri Lanka.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBellerophon Gemlab, Paris, has identified it as a natural sapphire of Ceylon (Sri Lanka) provenance in vivid blue, with indications of heating, report no. C02075, dated 19 June 2026, and notes that it may be called \"Royal Blue\" in the trade. The report, with a 360° video, can be verified at bellerophongemlab.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuited to a bold ring, a signet or a pendant. Available to view in Colombo by appointment. Further images and video on request via WhatsApp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 9.040 ct\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 12.30 × 9.36 × 8.63 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: oval cabochon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: vivid blue (\"Royal Blue\" in the trade)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour distribution: even\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour stability: stable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClarity: transparent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFluorescence: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment: heated (indications of heating)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Ceylon (Sri Lanka), Horaketiya, Ratnapura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReport: Bellerophon Gemlab C02075\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Téja","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46087984545927,"sku":"2610090745","price":3200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/0229\/3639\/files\/C02075A.jpg?v=1791512451"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/0229\/3639\/collections\/sasban_photoreal_still_life_of_six_loose_natural_faceted_sapp_327fdf8a-7483-4ca4-86e2-522e7394aa3b_1.png?v=1791513429","url":"https:\/\/tejagems.com\/collections\/heated-sapphires.oembed","provider":"Teja Gems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}