0.53 Ct. Alexandrite from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This gem begins its story far from the city lights, in the timeless soil of Ceylon Sri Lanka, where the earth yields surprises to those who listen carefully. Born from the slow chemistry of pressure and time, this alexandrite first formed as a tiny, ordered lattice of chromium bearing chrysoberyl, capturing within its crystal structure the potential to surprise and delight. In daylight it favors a cool, green presence, and under incandescent warmth it leans toward a soft brown, a quiet and compelling conversational change that speaks to the mineralogical magic that defines alexandrite. The piece you see is a transparent 0.53 carat cushion shape alexandrite, a rare whisper of color change preserved with integrity, and it carries the provenance of its home in Ceylon Sri Lanka, a place known for producing gemstones with character and depth. At The Natural Gemstone Company we honor that origin, offering not only an object of beauty, but also a story that links the wearer to a particular landscape and tradition of gem cutting that has evolved through generations.

The cutter who shaped this stone embraced its inherent personality, choosing a mixed brilliant cut that balances scintillation with a generous face up area, allowing the gem to read larger on the finger than its carat weight alone might suggest. With dimensions of 4.62 x 4.30 x 2.94 mm this cushion profile sits comfortably as a focal point, substantial enough to make a statement, yet refined enough to be set in a variety of designs. The workmanship shows through in an excellent polish that heightens the stone s transparency and brings each facet plane to life, catching and returning light with a lively rhythm. Clarity is a decisive factor when a gem is meant to be seen and admired, and this alexandrite is graded as very slightly included evaluated at eye level, meaning that when set in a well considered mounting those tiny natural inclusions simply become private markers of origin, invisible to casual inspection, while the overall field of light and color remains open and luminous. The combination of precise cutting, thoughtful proportions, and this clarity makes the gem ideal for a statement piece where every glance rewards the eye.

There is a practical poetry to the size and presentation of this alexandrite that designers and wearers will appreciate. Though 0.53 carat may suggest modesty on paper, the cushion silhouette and mixed brilliant faceting create a broad, inviting table that commands attention without overwhelming a classic design. This makes the gem an exceptional candidate for a solitaire ring that reads as both modern and timeless, a pendant that rests confidently against the skin, or a bespoke pair of earrings where symmetry and color play are paramount. Because the gem is transparent and exhibits medium intense color intensity, it will present a clear personality whether set in warm metals that enhance the brown shift, or in cool metals that accentuate the green notes, offering creative flexibility to jewelers and clients alike. Importantly this alexandrite has no enhancement, a testament to its natural character and stability, and it arrives as a true, unaltered expression of the stone s origin and formation, ready to be transformed into an heirloom that can be worn daily or kept for special occasions.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we view each gemstone as a conversation between earth and craft, and this Ceylon alexandrite is no exception, it invites thoughtful design and careful setting to preserve and amplify its color change and clarity. When set in a bezel the gem s cushion form will read as a compact jewel with clean lines, when set in a four prong or halo style it will sparkle with more apparent fire and movement, and when combined with complementary stones the subtle shift from green to brown provides an elegant counterpoint to diamonds or warm accent stones. For those seeking a personal emblem, a ring or pendant fashioned around this alexandrite becomes more than jewelry, it becomes a wearable story of provenance, craftsmanship, and enduring beauty. Let this gem be the centerpiece of your next creation, a natural marvel that bridges the deep history of Sri Lankan gem mines with contemporary design, presented by The Natural Gemstone Company as an authentic, transparent, and finely finished alexandrite ready to begin its next chapter with you.