Cornflower blue is the color that made Kashmir sapphires legendary. It's a medium blue with a slight violet hue and a soft, almost sleepy quality that gemologists call "velvety." You don't need a Kashmir stone to get this color though. Sri Lanka and Madagascar produce cornflower blues that rival the best Kashmirs at a fraction of the cost. We source directly from partner mines, no middlemen. What makes cornflower blue special? It's lighter and more luminous than royal blue, with a romantic softness that photographs beautifully. Unheated cornflower blues are highly prized by collectors. See what's available below.