RIVON LONDON · CEYLON HERITAGE
Born From The Island of Gems.
Discover the remarkable gemstone heritage of Sri Lanka, where natural beauty, colour and craftsmanship have inspired generations of jewellery lovers around the world.Sri Lanka · Ceylon · Gemstones
SRI LANKA
The Island of Gems
Sri Lanka — Rathnadweepa.
Sri Lanka has long been celebrated for its remarkable natural gemstones. The island has historically been associated with the name “Rathnadweepa”, meaning “Gem Island”. Its gemstone traditions have connected the island with collectors, traders and jewellery houses across the world. From magnificent sapphires to an extraordinary range of coloured gemstones, Sri Lanka continues to hold a special place in the world of fine gems.◆
A Remarkable Gemstone Tradition
The Gem Island
Sri Lanka’s gemstone heritage stretches back thousands of years. Its natural treasures have helped establish the island as one of the world’s celebrated sources of coloured gemstones.A Journey Through History
The Story Behind Ceylon
The island has carried different names throughout history, while its connection with gemstones has remained.01
ANCIENT ERA
Rathnadweepa
An ancient name associated with the island, reflecting its reputation as a land rich in precious stones.02
HISTORICAL ERA
Serendib
A historic name through which the island became known to travellers and traders.03
EUROPEAN ERA
Ceylon
The name Ceylon became internationally familiar and strongly associated with the island’s gemstones.04
TODAY
Sri Lanka
Today the country is known as Sri Lanka, while Ceylon remains an iconic name within the gemstone world.
The Name Ceylon
A Name That Still Shines.
The name Ceylon has become deeply recognised within the international world of coloured gemstones. Ceylon sapphires are admired for their beautiful range of colours, brilliance and individual character. For Rivon London, Ceylon represents more than a name. It represents heritage, natural beauty and a connection between Sri Lanka and the world of fine jewellery.
The Jewel of Ceylon
The Timeless Beauty of Ceylon Sapphire.
Among Sri Lanka’s most celebrated natural treasures, sapphire has become one of the gemstones most strongly associated with the Ceylon name. Ceylon sapphires can display a remarkable range of colours, from beautiful blues to pink, yellow and exceptional padparadscha hues.
Blue Sapphire
The iconic Ceylon colour.
Padparadscha
Rare pink-orange sapphire.
Pink Sapphire
Elegant pink tones.
Yellow Sapphire
Warm golden colour.
Nature’s Palette
The Colours of Ceylon
Ceylon is not only about blue. Sri Lankan sapphires and coloured gemstones reveal an extraordinary palette of natural colour.
One of Nature’s Rare Colours
The Beauty of Padparadscha.
Among the most distinctive sapphire colours is the celebrated pink-orange combination known as Padparadscha. Its delicate balance of warm and cool tones gives the gemstone an unmistakable character. For collectors and jewellery lovers, exceptional Padparadscha sapphires represent one of the most captivating expressions of Ceylon’s gemstone heritage.Ceylon Gemstone Gallery
Nature’s Treasures
Every gemstone has its own colour, character and story.
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A Rich Heritage
A gemstone tradition shaped by the natural beauty and geological richness of Sri Lanka.
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Natural Beauty
We celebrate the individuality, colour and character found in natural gemstones.
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Modern Jewellery
We bring this heritage into the contemporary world through refined jewellery design.◆
