1.12 Ct. Alexandrite from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exceptional alexandrite is a rare opportunity for the collector who seeks something beyond the ordinary, a transparent 1.12 carat cushion shape stone that measures 5.91 x 4.83 x 4.54 millimeters, with a mixed brilliant cut that amplifies its internal life, a clarity grade of very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, intense color intensity, and an excellent polish, with absolutely no enhancement and a provenance from Ceylon Sri Lanka. In the light of day the gem presents a vivid yellowish green tone that reads fresh and lively, while under incandescent or warm lighting it moves to a rich reddish green, a color change effect that in alexandrite is both mesmerizing and coveted by connoisseurs. The cushion outline offers soft, appealing proportions that suit both classic and contemporary settings, while the mixed brilliant faceting strategy is intentionally chosen to maximize both scintillation and color display, allowing each facet to act as a tiny stage for the gem to perform its chameleon like transformation. This is a single, beautiful specimen, not a mass produced run, and its transparency and bright polish mean that it will sit with clarity and confidence in nearly any custom setting you imagine, making it ideal for a one of a kind commission.

When comparing the brilliance and presence of this alexandrite to more common gemstones it is important to consider both optical play and rarity, a diamond excels in sheer fire and brilliance due to its high refractive index and dispersion, but diamonds do not change color with lighting and their spectacle is constant rather than dramatic. Sapphires and emeralds contribute deep saturated color and strong presence, yet they remain visually stable from light to light, whereas this alexandrite offers a living spectacle, a dynamic response to your environment that creates moments rather than a single effect. The mixed brilliant cut on this stone is crafted to balance color and sparkle, allowing the intense color intensity to breathe through while still producing lively flashes of brilliance that catch the eye, so in practical terms you experience the depth and hue associated with a fine colored stone, together with scintillation approaching that of a well cut brilliant, a combination seldom available in the more common gems. The cause of this unique performance lies in the chemistry and crystal field of alexandrite, trace chromium and the particular lattice structure interact with different wavelengths of light to favor greenish tones under daylight and redder tones under incandescent light, this pleochroic and color change behavior is what elevates the wearer experience from pretty to profound, and it also positions this stone among the most interesting choices for collectors who value emotional response as much as technical quality.

Owning this alexandrite from The Natural Gemstone Company places you among a select few who appreciate the convergence of rarity, optical complexity, and purity of origin, this is not a generic piece to be hidden in a drawer, it is a conversation starter designed to be worn and admired, each viewing a private performance of color and light reserved for its owner. The stone is naturally unenhanced so what you are purchasing is authentic material with original character, the very slightly included clarity grade speaks to natural origin and adds to the gemological story, while the excellent polish ensures that every facet contributes to its brilliance and lively face up appearance. For a bespoke commission the cushion proportions and moderate dimensions make this alexandrite versatile for rings, pendants, or halo settings, and for those who wish to emphasize the color change we recommend warm metal choices that will enhance the red shift, while cooler metals will foreground the green tones under daylight, our team at The Natural Gemstone Company can advise on the ideal setting to realize your vision. Availability of high quality color change alexandrite from Ceylon at this size and clarity is rare, and when a stone of this calibre becomes available it is often swiftly claimed, owning it will mean you are part of an elite circle that values genuine rarity, exceptional optical personality, and a documented natural origin, please contact The Natural Gemstone Company for further details, private viewing, and bespoke setting options so this remarkable alexandrite can become the centerpiece of your next heirloom.