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Yellow Ceylon Sapphire, 22.365 ct

Asset value

46.746,99 €

Earning potential

14.5%

Splints left

0/776

Investment horizon in years

5-7

Return-to-Risk Assessment

6/10

Performance since release

+20.5%

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Main reasons to invest

Return Potential: An investment of €500 could reach an estimated value of €1,287 in 7 years.
Cost-to-Return Ratio: With just 2.2% annual total costs, your net profit could be 14.5% per year.
Unheated Rarity: Natural Ceylon origin with 34.1% price buffer and 14.5% expected annual return backed by strong downside protection.

Description

Investment Case

Investment Thesis

Metric	Value
Investment Horizon	5–7 Years (Target exit: 2031–2033)
Expected CAGR (Balanced)	14.5% p.a. after fees
Optimistic CAGR	16.4% p.a. after fees
Entry Basis	-34.1% buffer to market after fees
Sharpe Ratio	0.79
Value at Risk (VaR)	95.4% probability of exceeding initial investment after 7 years
Standard Deviation	18.1%
Number of Sales Points	15 comparable sales
Risk Rating	B, Moderate (high volatility, strong liquidity)

14.5% Net ROI p.a. (Balanced): 65% probability of achieving the CAGR from 01/2010 - 01/2023 of 12% based on the price development observed on the GemWealth Portfolios 2024 study.
16.4% Net ROI p.a. (Ambitious): 80% probability of achieving the CAGR from 01/2010 - 01/2023 of 12% based on the price development observed on the GemWealth Portfolios 2024 study.

Category

Why Invest in This Category?

Gemstones represent one of the most established and resilient alternative asset classes, driven by natural scarcity, global demand, and cultural significance. High-quality, untreated stones in particular benefit from finite supply and increasing interest from collectors and investors seeking tangible, portable stores of value.

Asset Specifics

Why Invest in This Asset?

The Yellow Ceylon Sapphire, 22.365 ct is more than a gemstone. It is a natural treasure formed over hundreds of millions of years beneath Sri Lanka's ancient landscape, offering investors access to one of nature's rarest and most enduring stores of value. Ceylon sapphires have long been prized for their exceptional quality and provenance, but unheated stones of this size and color intensity represent a vanishingly small segment of the global market.

Key Highlight

This 22.365-carat unheated yellow sapphire was acquired at €1,500 per carat, a disciplined entry point significantly below comparable dealer pricing for natural Ceylon stones of this caliber, with certification from Bellerophon Gemlab confirming its untreated status and Sri Lankan origin.

What sets this sapphire apart is its combination of size, natural color, and verified authenticity. Unheated yellow sapphires above 20 carats with strong saturation and transparency are exceptionally difficult to source. The cushion cut maximizes brilliance while preserving depth, and the stone's 17.83 by 13.94 millimeter dimensions deliver commanding visual presence.

The investment case is supported by a historical CAGR of 12.1% from 2010 to 2023 based on the GemWealth Portfolios study, reflecting sustained demand for high-quality natural gemstones. With a 95.4% probability that the asset's value will exceed the initial investment after 7 years, the risk profile is compelling relative to other collectible categories.

For investors, this sapphire offers exposure to geological rarity, certified provenance, secure vault storage in Bern, and an entry valuation that reflects disciplined acquisition strategy rather than retail premium.

Summary

Conclusion

This 22.4-carat unheated yellow Ceylon sapphire combines geological rarity, certified natural provenance, and exceptional size. With strong color saturation, transparency, and an attractive per-carat entry point, it offers a compelling investment case rooted in scarcity and enduring global demand. For discerning collectors, it represents both tangible beauty and long-term value preservation.

Expert

CEYLONS | MUNICH

At CEYLONS | MUNICH , we redefine the essence of rarity. Our exclusive access to rare gemstones is matched only by our dedication to quality. Our commitment to excellence is rooted in our “mine to market” approach, ensuring a traceable journey from the source to your hands. By embracing a direct supply chain, we eliminate middlemen, placing you at the forefront of a seamless and trustworthy gemstone experience. Discover the allure of gemstones like never before, where each stone tells a tale of its journey, and every purchase reflects our unwavering commitment to value and authenticity.