13.84 Ct. Amethyst from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 13.84 carat amethyst from The Natural Gemstone Company presents a textbook example of an emerald cut executed with precision, measuring 16.08 by 13.78 by 9.39 millimeters. The elongated rectangular outline with subtly clipped corners defines the structural language of the stone, while the step cut faceting yields broad, parallel planes that emphasize color and clarity rather than scintillation. The pavilion and crown planes are aligned to produce even facet junctions and consistent symmetry across the table and shoulders, resulting in a controlled light return that favors deep color saturation and a calm, mirror like internal appearance. The proportions are engineered to balance depth and face up size, the relatively deep pavilion height supporting strong color delivery without producing undesirable windowing or excessive light leakage, and the finished girdle preserves the integrity of the outline for precision setting in fine jewelry.

Colorwise this amethyst exhibits a vivid color intensity, a rich, bold purple that reads as both saturated and evenly distributed across the gem body. The tonal range remains within a deep violet field with minimal banding or zoning, and the cut has been oriented to maximize the most appealing hue planes, producing a consistent face up appearance under typical daylight and incandescent viewing conditions. This deep hue functions aesthetically as a symbol of personal power and distinction, an attribute reinforced by the uniformity of saturation across the table and facets. Optical behavior is straightforward, with limited pleochroic variation, so the stone displays its dominant purple tone from most viewing angles, and the step facets create broad flashes of color that are visually authoritative rather than sparkly, which suits collectors and connoisseurs who prize chromatic intensity.

Clarity and finish are technical strengths of this specimen, evaluated as eye clean at standard viewing distances, indicating an absence of inclusions visible to the unaided eye. That clarity, combined with an excellent polish, underlines the gemological integrity of the piece and allows for unobstructed color transmission through the stone. The polish work on the facet planes is meticulous, creating highly reflective facet surfaces and crisp facet edges that maintain optical definition and prevent light diffusion. Importantly this amethyst is offered with no enhancement, a natural, untreated material from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a provenance that contributes to the gemological narrative and often correlates with fine color presentation in quartz varieties from that region. The lack of enhancement means the color and clarity are inherent to the material, which is a key consideration for informed buyers assessing long term stability and value.

From a setting and design perspective this emerald cut amethyst is exceptionally versatile, suitable for statement solitaires, bold cocktail rings, and bespoke high end pieces where the stone is intended to be the primary visual focus. The rectangular footprint and substantial table provide a large, even color field that reads well under a variety of mounting styles, and the measured thickness supports secure prong work or a protective bezel without compromising the gem profile. For maximizing perceived saturation, designers often set such stones in yellow gold to create chromatic contrast, or in rhodium plated white metals to emphasize the coolness of the violet field, choices which can subtly influence the way the color is perceived in different lighting environments. As with all premium gemstones, care in design and mounting will preserve the optical attributes and mechanical integrity, and The Natural Gemstone Company is prepared to discuss custom cutting and setting specifications to ensure that this rare, eye clean, vivid amethyst performs as both a technical specimen and a powerful symbol of personal distinction.