0.74 Ct. Alexandrite from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exceptional Alexandrite is a rare and intimate offering from The Natural Gemstone Company, a single certified color change gem weighing 0.74 carat, presented in a graceful cushion shape with dimensions 5.13 x 5.09 x 3.31 mm. Expertly fashioned in a mixed brilliant cut, this transparent stone displays a medium intense color saturation and an excellent polish that allows every facet to sing. Clarity is graded very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, a mark of superb material for a natural Alexandrite, and it is free from any enhancement. Origin is Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a locality famed for producing gemstones with elegant, refined color and a luminous, often delicate presence. This gem is offered as a unique acquisition, an opportunity to own a small but powerfully charismatic alexandrite that will be cherished by collectors and connoisseurs who understand that true rarity is not only about size, but about provenance, optical performance, and the freedom from treatments.

The color change behavior of this Ceylon Alexandrite is a study in subtlety and sophistication, shifting from a yellowish green in daylight and fluorescent lighting to a warm brownish orange under incandescent light. Compared to classic Russian alexandrites from the Ural Mountains, which are celebrated for a strong shift between deep bluish green and a vivid purplish red, this Sri Lankan stone leans toward a softer, more refined palette, offering a garden of green and a tea like orange rather than the dramatic jewel like dichroism of the Russian material. When contrasted with Brazilian alexandrites, which often present a cooler bluish green and tend to lean toward brownish red under warm light, this gem retains a sunnier, more yellow infused green in cool light and a mellower, amber touched orange in warm light, making it particularly wearable and flattering. Compared to Madagascan Alexandrites that can push toward stronger and darker color shifts, this Ceylon example is notable for its clarity and brightness, with a luminous mid tone that allows the play of color to remain lively even in smaller size. For those who appreciate cross comparisons with non alexandrite gems, the daylight yellowish green recalls the fresh clarity of Sri Lankan green sapphires, while the brownish orange warmth under incandescent light evokes a refined, cognac like glow similar to fine, antique topaz, all wrapped in the pleochroic complexity that belongs only to alexandrite.

To the collector who understands the language of rarity, this gem is a discreet masterpiece, an elite offering from The Natural Gemstone Company. Its compact 0.74 carat weight makes it an ideal centerpiece for a bespoke ring, a pendant that sits close to the heart, or a custom pair of matched jewels where its clarity and polish will be maximized by a setting that allows light to enter from multiple angles. Because it is unenhanced, the gem speaks honestly of its origin and formation, and its Sri Lankan provenance adds an additional layer of desirability for those who favor the island nations that have shaped the history of fine gemstones. We recommend mounting this cushion cut alexandrite in a design that complements its medium intense coloration, such as warm 18 karat yellow gold to enrich the brownish orange phase, or platinum to amplify the green phase, creating a piece that performs beautifully under any light. Each facet and each shift in hue is a private conversation between the wearer and the world, a mark of membership in an exclusive circle of patrons who choose natural, certified gems of distinction. For availability and certification details, please contact The Natural Gemstone Company, where our specialists are ready to assist you in claiming this rare Ceylon alexandrite for your collection.