1.29 Ct. Alexandrite from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There are gemstones that sing and gemstones that whisper, and this Ceylon alexandrite sings like a hush of summer rain through an olive grove, shifting its song from green to brown as light wanders across its surface. Imagine the wonder of the Russian alexandrites that captivated imperial courts, with their miraculous color change and regal mystery, distilled into a more intimate, modern lyric. This 1.29 carat oval, with dimensions of 8.17 by 5.76 by 3.16 millimeters, is a small legend that fits a finger, the kind of stone poets and lovers choose when words feel too loud. Its mixed brilliant cut scatters light like the faceted maps of old world treasure, turning each glance into a new discovery. Where an emerald holds you with lush, single toned depth, and a well cut sapphire announces itself with unwavering blue, this alexandrite converses with you, offering green memories in daylight and warm brown secrets by lamp light, a subtle dramatic arc that feels both ancient and newly born.

Treasure hunters will delight in the honest clarity of this gem, described as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a testimony to its natural purity and unenhanced origin. Its medium color intensity grants a soft, wearable presence, while an excellent polish ensures each facet plays its role with graceful precision. Found in the storied soils of Ceylon, this alexandrite bears the calm authority of Sri Lankan gems, offering provenance that collectors respect. No enhancement, no artifice, simply the stone as earth intended. The Natural Gemstone Company presents this gem as a quiet companion for engagements, anniversaries, or those moments when you wish to give a piece of time itself. In a world of loud declarations, this alexandrite offers a romance that changes with the light, a personal drama that evolves from verdant promise to auburn warmth, ready to become the heirloom that one day will be the subject of another story.