1.11 Ct. Alexandrite from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This GIA certified alexandrite presents a precise combination of weight, proportions, and finish, making it a strong candidate for a signature piece in any collection. The stone weighs 1.11 carat, and is fashioned into a cushion shape with dimensions of 6.10 by 4.73 by 4.51 mm, faceted in a mixed brilliant cut to balance fire and scintillation. The cutting style emphasizes pavilion and crown faceting that enhance internal light return, producing notable brilliance for a colored stone. Clarity is graded as very slightly included evaluated at eye level, and the polish is excellent, allowing facets to reflect cleanly and evenly. Coloration is intense, and the specimen exhibits a classic alexandrite color change from greenish brown in fluorescent lighting to brownish purplish pink in incandescent lighting, an attribute confirmed by the accompanying GIA report. There has been no enhancement, and the origin is Ceylon, Sri Lanka, which is respected for producing alexandrite material with stable pleochroism and well saturated tones.

The exceptional cut and precise facet execution are central to this gem, producing a depth of tone and lively brilliance that allow the color change to read distinctly under different light sources. The mixed brilliant design was chosen to maximize optical performance for this specific rough, creating a balance between large reflective facets and smaller scintillating facets, and making the stone visually arresting when set as a centerpiece. At eye level the inclusions are minimal, and the intense color intensity ensures the stone maintains presence even in modest settings. For designers and collectors seeking a naturally occurring color change alexandrite with clear provenance and no treatments, this gem from The Natural Gemstone Company offers a combination of certified authenticity, refined cutting, and striking optical behavior, suitable for bespoke rings, solitary pendants, and heirloom pieces, where the stone can serve as the focal point of the design.