1.62 Ct. Alexandrite from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Owning an alexandrite of this caliber is an invitation into a rarefied circle. This transparent pear shape gem weighs 1.62 carats and measures 7.72 by 6.38 by 4.63 millimeters, a proportion that strikes a beautiful balance between presence and refinement. Cut as a mixed brilliant, it marries the scintillation of modern faceting with a classic silhouette that flatters both solitary settings and more elaborate designs. Evaluated at eye level it is eye clean, a clarity grade that allows the gem to exhibit an unencumbered play of light while retaining the natural character that connoisseurs prize. The color intensity is medium and the polish is excellent, allowing each facet to act like a window into the stone. This piece originates from Ceylon Sri Lanka and has been heat treated, a measured enhancement that stabilizes and refines its inherent tones without masking its natural provenance. At The Natural Gemstone Company we present this alexandrite as a limited opportunity, a singular treasure for the collector who seeks authenticity, provenance, and the quiet distinction of a stone that will rarely be found again.

What sets this alexandrite apart are the internal signatures that read like a fingerprint, unique to this individual stone and to the Ceylon source. Under magnification you will notice delicate silk like veils that diffuse light gently across the pavilion, giving the gem a soft inner glow that counters and complements the brilliant flashes from the crown facets. Scattered among these filaments are tiny pinpoint crystals that catch the light and create a constellation of scintillating sparkles when the gem is tilted, like stars awakening as dusk falls. There are faint natural growth lines and subtle zoning that trace the stone's formation, narrow bands of slightly different saturation that enrich the color change and lend depth to the green and brownish yellow shift. These features are not imperfections to be hidden, but character marks to be celebrated, because they are the very reasons why gemologists and collectors can point to a particular alexandrite and say with certainty that it carries a Ceylon signature. The mixed brilliant cut has been chosen deliberately to reveal these inclusions with dignity, allowing them to become part of the gem's visible story, rather than distractions. When light moves across the surface, the interplay between the silk, the pinpoints, and the faceting produces flashes that accentuate the stone's color change, creating a living jewel that appears to breathe with light.

For the person who desires exclusivity, this alexandrite represents a bespoke opportunity to own something quietly unforgettable. Set in a minimalist platinum or warm 18 karat gold mounting it will read as a modern heirloom, the pear shape lending itself to pendants that hover against the chest or to asymmetric rings that become conversation pieces. Because of its transparency and eye clean nature, the stone will respond exceptionally well to settings that allow light to enter from all directions, enhancing both its green day tone and the brownish yellow warmth that appears under incandescent conditions. At The Natural Gemstone Company we stand behind the gem's provenance and the careful way it has been finished, and we are available to advise on custom settings that highlight its unique inclusions and color personality. This is not a mass produced option. It is a single, authenticated jewel, heat treated in a conservative manner to bring forward its best character, and presented with full disclosure and attentive service. For those who collect not for trend but for the story within the stone, this Ceylon alexandrite is an invitation to join a quiet few who own a gem that is unmistakably singular. Contact us for additional imagery, bespoke setting consultations, and to reserve this exceptional stone before it is relocated to a private collection.