10.82 Ct. Amethyst from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

A singular testament to refined taste, this transparent 10.82 carat oval amethyst from Ceylon Sri Lanka embodies the kind of quiet authority that distinguishes a collector from a connoisseur. Expertly faceted in a mixed brilliant cut, its proportions of 17.31 by 11.71 by 8.92 millimeters create a generous face up presence, while an excellent polish allows each pavilion and crown facet to converse in a language of light. The clarity grade is very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a testament to its natural origin and to the care taken by our lapidaries to balance weight retention with clarity and brilliance. The color reads as vivid in intensity, an earnest, saturated purple that feels simultaneously modern and timeless, and this stone has not undergone any enhancement, preserving the integrity of its natural formation. At The Natural Gemstone Company we believe a gemstone should be an expression of provenance as well as beauty, and this Ceylon amethyst arrives to you with a story that begins in old world mines and ends in an object of personal distinction.

The hue and tone of this gem invite comparisons to the most celebrated amethysts and purple gemstones from storied locations, and in those comparisons this piece holds its own with remarkable poise. The primary purple is deeper and more saturated than the typically lighter lilac tones of many Brazilian amethysts, offering instead a regal depth that leans into the noble spectrum. Against Uruguayan amethyst this stone distinguishes itself by greater luminosity and a more even saturation across the table and pavilion, rather than the zoned color that can occur in some Uruguayan material. When set beside the historic Siberian examples prized for their bluish undertone, this Ceylon gem presents a warmer and purer purple, less blue and more violet crimson, which gives it a vivacity that reads as both lush and luminous. In relation to Zambian amethyst, known for intense, almost royal purple, this gem shares the richness but differs in its clarity and facet response, its mixed brilliant cut producing a scintillation that is at once lively and sophisticated. These comparisons are not offered to diminish any source, rather they are intended to situate this Ceylon amethyst in the firmament of great purple gemstones, revealing how its unique balance of hue and tone makes it an exceptional choice for someone seeking rarity and refinement.

Beyond color, the tactile and visual pleasures of this stone define why owning it is more than acquisition, it is an appointment with personal luxury. The generous carat weight and ideal oval dimensions allow for design versatility, whether envisioned in a bold ring that announces presence at a black tie event, or in a bespoke pendant that frames the décolletage with a wash of noble purple. The very very slightly included clarity grade is a mark of natural authenticity that does not compromise the gem’s brilliance, and the excellent polish ensures each facet edge and table surface reflects with crispness, producing a play of light that flatters skin tones and settings alike. The fact that this amethyst is unenhanced speaks to its enduring value, and its Ceylon origin adds a layer of provenance that discerning collectors respect. To place this gemstone in your collection is to accept an heirloom in waiting, a rare object that will speak to future generations of your eye for beauty and your appreciation of natural rarity. The Natural Gemstone Company invites you to experience this amethyst in person, to feel its weight, to watch its color shift beneath a lamps glow, and to imagine the confidence of wearing a gem that declares achievement without announcing it.