1.02 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Alexandrite Pair from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the riverwashed terraces of Ceylon Sri Lanka to the quiet bench of a master lapidary, these two alexandrites carry a story that begins deep in the earth and finishes as a pair of gems ready to become an heirloom. Formed under high pressure and rare geological conditions, each stone arrived at our workshop with a unique personality, dense with the chromatic magic that makes alexandrite so coveted. At The Natural Gemstone Company we trace each parcel back to its place of origin, and these stones come from mines known for producing clean, intensely colored material. Their journey from rough to refined was guided by cutters who respected the stone s natural inclusions and color zones, turning what the earth gave them into a pair of perfectly matched ovals that still feel like something pulled from a hidden pocket of Ceylon.

When you examine them closely you see why they are special, each weighing 0.51 carats, each cut to an oval outline with dimensions of 5.83 by 4.03 by 2.96 millimeters and 5.78 by 4.10 by 2.83 millimeters respectively. The mixed brilliant cut was chosen to balance sparkle with color depth, allowing light to dance through the crown while preserving the color change between different lighting conditions. Graded as eye clean when viewed at eye level, these alexandrites show no obvious inclusions to the naked eye, and the polish is excellent so each facet face presents a crisp reflection. Their color intensity is intense, shifting from a vibrant green under fluorescent light to a warm brown under incandescent illumination, a private performance that will feel like a secret between the wearer and the world. No enhancement was performed, so you receive the natural, untreated character that collectors and designers prize.

Imagine these stones set as a custom pair of earrings, their matched weight and symmetry making them ideal companions for a balanced, elegant design. A simple bezel will emphasize their oval shape and protect their girdles, while a classic prong setting will allow the maximum light to enter and enhance the color change spectacle. For metal choices, warm yellow gold will echo the brown tones and bring out the stones warmth in incandescent light, while cool white gold or platinum will emphasize the green flashes and lend a contemporary refined look. Because they are closely matched at 0.51 carats each, they will sit evenly and gently on the earlobe, neither overpowering nor too delicate, perfect for everyday elegance or for a special occasion statement. Our designers at The Natural Gemstone Company can propose mounting sketches and metal pairings, and we can advise on ear post thickness and backings to ensure comfortable daily wear.

Beyond measurements and settings these alexandrites carry cultural weight and personal allure, a gemstone famed for adaptability and mystery, associated with good fortune and creative balance. When crafted into earrings they become talismans that move with light and life, rewarding the wearer with changing hues that speak to different moods and moments. Caring for them is straightforward, avoid harsh chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners if the mounting has delicate build, and store them separately from harder gems to preserve the excellent polish. If you are imagining these as a custom pair of earrings we can assist from design through to completion, offering sketches, metal samples, and secure mounting options, and we will document their origin and characteristics so you know exactly what you are wearing. Choose this paired set from The Natural Gemstone Company and you bring home not just two matched alexandrites, but a story of earth, craft, and a future of shared moments.