Ceylon Blue Sapphires is home to precious gemstones, celebrated for its timeless elegance and exceptional quality. Rooted in the rich heritage of Sri Lanka, we specialize in sourcing and offering sapphires that captivate with their vibrant hues and remarkable translucency. Each gemstone is meticulously crafted to enhance its natural brilliance, reflecting a legacy of excellence and artistry.
Established in 1980 as Rainbow Gems, our family-owned company began its journey in Colombo, founded by the late Volly Dangedara. With a vision to bring the finest Ceylon sapphires to the world, Volly sourced directly from miners in Ratnapura, the heart of Sri Lanka’s gemstone industry. His son, Anil Dangedara, joined the company in 1982, bringing his passion for gemstones and expanding its reach through long-standing relationships with international buyers. As the Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Rainbow Gems, Anil continues to lead the company with a commitment to excellence. Today, we uphold this legacy as wholesale exporters, offering fine to extra-fine rare gemstones to international jewelers, branded retailers, and collectors seeking one-of-a-kind masterpieces
At Ceylon Blue Sapphires, we are dedicated to offering the finest gemstones sourced directly from the renowned gem mines of Sri Lanka. Our commitment to rarity, craftsmanship, and ethical sourcing ensures that each gemstone embodies beauty, brilliance, and lasting value.
Our sapphires are meticulously hand-selected for their unparalleled color, exceptional clarity, and extraordinary scarcity, ensuring that only the finest specimens ever make their way into our collection. Each stone is sourced directly from the legendary gem mines of Ratnapura, the heart of Sri Lanka’s centuries-old sapphire heritage, where nature crafts treasures of unmatched beauty deep beneath the earth. These gemstones are celebrated not only for their breathtaking brilliance and purity but also for their enduring value and investment potential — qualities that elevate them far beyond mere adornment. Every piece we present is a timeless heirloom, destined to be cherished across generations as both a symbol of refined taste and a legacy of lasting worth.
At the heart of every extraordinary gemstone lies the art of the cut — a harmonious balance of precision, expertise, and artistry. Our skilled lapidarists, with decades of experience and an unwavering eye for detail, meticulously shape and sculpt each sapphire by hand, unlocking the hidden brilliance that nature has placed within. Every facet is calculated with scientific precision and artistic intuition to maximize fire, enhance clarity, and intensify vibrancy, allowing the stone’s true character to shine through. This dedication to perfection ensures that each sapphire we craft is not merely polished, but transformed into a masterpiece of light and beauty, radiating brilliance from every angle. Through this uncompromising commitment to excellence, we guarantee exceptional quality and timeless elegance in every piece we present.
With over four decades of unwavering dedication, the Dangedara family has cultivated a global reputation for excellence in the world of fine gemstones. Guided by the vision and expertise of three generations, our story is one of passion, precision, and perseverance — a legacy built on trust, authenticity, and masterful craftsmanship. From the gem-rich soils of Sri Lanka to the most discerning collectors across the globe, our family’s heritage continues to shape the standard of quality and integrity in the sapphire trade. Each gemstone we present is not merely a product of nature, but a reflection of decades of knowledge, artistry, and commitment, meticulously honed to deliver the finest Ceylon sapphires to those who value rarity, beauty, and timeless elegance.
Every gemstone we offer embarks on a carefully curated journey, one that begins deep within the mineral-rich earth of Ratnapura — the legendary “City of Gems” — and ends as a masterpiece in the hands of our clients. We personally oversee every stage of this journey, from working directly with skilled artisanal miners who unearth these natural treasures, to expertly cutting, shaping, and polishing each stone to reveal its full brilliance and character. By eliminating intermediaries, we uphold the highest standards of transparency, ethical sourcing, and fair trade, ensuring that every gem carries with it a story of integrity and authenticity. This hands-on approach also allows us to offer exceptional quality and unparalleled value, delivering rare and beautiful gemstones directly from their source to you, exactly as nature intended — pure, traceable, and timeless.
Our unwavering passion for gemstones is the guiding force behind everything we do — it is the heartbeat of our craft and the foundation of our legacy. With a profound reverence for the natural beauty and brilliance of Ceylon sapphires, we see each gemstone not merely as a jewel, but as a masterpiece of the Earth, formed over millions of years and deserving of the utmost respect. This deep appreciation fuels our commitment to preserving Sri Lanka’s rich gemstone heritage, safeguarding traditional practices while embracing innovative techniques that elevate the art of fine gem cutting and design. Every piece we create is a testament to that devotion — a seamless blend of exceptional quality, timeless craftsmanship, and enduring beauty, destined to inspire admiration for generations to come.