0.56 Ct. Alexandrite from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

When the search is for a gemstone that closes a chapter of seeking and opens a lifelong story, this 0.56 carat oval alexandrite is the answer you have been waiting for. Many clients come to us hoping to find an engagement stone that is both rare and dependable, or a collector item that reflects true natural provenance, and this gem delivers on both fronts. Its intense color shift from a vivid green in daylight to a warm brown under incandescent light is exactly the kind of dramatic transformation that speaks to romance, to rarity, and to the unique narrative every fine jewel should carry. The weight of 0.56 carat allows for elegant settings that sit perfectly on a finger, while the mixed brilliant cut maximizes the interplay of light and color, making this piece an ideal choice for a centerpiece in a bespoke engagement ring, or a standout addition to a curated collection.

This alexandrite measures five point five nine millimeters in length, three point eight eight millimeters in width, and two point nine one millimeters in depth, giving it balanced proportions that are flattering and easy to set. The clarity grade is very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, and the stone presents as visually clean with fine natural characteristics that do not detract from the overall beauty. The polish is excellent, which enhances the mixed brilliant cut and supports scintillation across the table and facets, accentuating the color change for every light condition. There are no treatments or enhancements, a fact that will matter deeply to anyone who values authenticity, and the origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a source known for producing beautiful chrysoberyl alexandrite with wonderfully strong color shifting properties.

What makes this alexandrite unmistakably signature are the natural inclusions that tell the story of its formation, and that create an individual fingerprint no other stone can replicate. Inside, delicate silk like rutile needles catch light and soften reflections, adding a subtle inner glow that enriches both the green and brown states. Fine fingerprint like veils and tiny healed fissures act like topography, creating flashes and flashes of depth that change with each tilt, while occasional minute liquid inclusions reveal a three phase environment typical of deep formed gemstones. These internal features are not flaws in the way a mass produced gem might display imperfections, they are the language of nature, proof of a journey from earth to artisan, and proof that this alexandrite is a genuine, living mineral. Under different lighting, these inclusions refract and scatter light in a way that heightens the color change, turning a simple shift into a performance that feels personal and animated.

Choosing this alexandrite from The Natural Gemstone Company means selecting a gem that ends the search, because it delivers rarity, beauty, and integrity all at once. For an engagement ring, it will be a stone that inspires stories and commands attention, while for a collector it will be a specimen with verifiable origin, no enhancements, and an internal character that will be unmistakable in any cabinet of treasures. We can assist with recommended settings that complement the oval shape and mixed brilliant cut, and we can advise on mountings that protect the stone while allowing the color change to remain the star of the show. Care is straightforward, gentle cleaning and occasional professional inspection will preserve its polish and vibrancy for generations. If the goal is to find a gem that feels like the final piece of a search, a gem that carries a natural signature only time and pressure can create, this Ceylon alexandrite is ready to become that piece for you.