3.35 Ct. Purple Amethyst from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This amethyst began its story deep within the ancient rocks of Ceylon, where silica-rich fluids slowly cooled and crystallized into the violet depths we treasure today. From the moment it was extracted, this gem stood out for its transparent clarity and its intense purple color, a hue that has been admired across cultures for millennia. Amethyst carries a lineage of folklore and reverence, from classical talismans that guarded the wearer against excess to royal adornments that spoke of calm authority and refined taste. Ours is honest in every sense, a natural, unheated stone with no enhancement, its color and character preserved exactly as the earth intended. When you select this gem you are choosing not just a component for a piece of jewelry, but a fragment of Ceylon’s long gem-mining tradition, a small story of earth and time that will become part of your own.

Skilled hands at The Natural Gemstone Company then took that rough promise and coaxed it into brilliance with a mixed brilliant faceting, revealing every nuance of its color and clarity. Weighing 3.35 carats and fashioned into a classic oval, the stone measures 11.00 by 8.63 by 6.63 millimeters, a proportion that balances presence with wearability. The mixed brilliant cut gives the upper facets lively scintillation while the pavilion facets build depth and a velvety internal glow, and the excellent polish ensures each facet edge catches light with crisp, mirror-like finish. Evaluated at eye level it is very very slightly included, which means to the naked eye it reads clean and luminous, while the minor internal characteristics add a whisper of natural identity to what is otherwise a commanding, jewel-like appearance. The oval silhouette offers optical lengthening that flatters the finger and a versatile platform for designers, its 11 by 8.6 millimeter faceplate large enough to be a confident solitaire or halo center, and its comfortable depth of 6.63 millimeters giving setters enough pavilion to secure the gem while optimizing light return.

For custom jewelry this amethyst is a designer’s delight because its size and shape open so many compelling directions. As a center stone it makes a striking solitaire ring that feels substantial on the hand without overwhelming daily wear, and its oval form lends itself beautifully to east-west settings for a modern twist. A halo of small white diamonds will amplify its intense purple and create a luxurious contrast, while a bezel setting will protect the gem for everyday use and highlight its polished girdle. The mixed brilliant cut favors open prong work when you want maximum sparkle, and the stone’s depth means it can also be incorporated into three-stone compositions, pendant drops, or paired earrings with matched simplicity. Because amethyst is a durable quartz at hardness seven, it balances resilience with the need for respectful care, so we recommend protective mounting choices for rings intended for constant wear. At The Natural Gemstone Company we are passionate about matching stones like this 3.35 carat Ceylon amethyst with designs that celebrate their origin and geometry. Whether you imagine a vintage-inspired signet, a modern minimalist pendant, or a bespoke engagement ring, this gem arrives to the bench ready to be shaped into something personal, heirloom-worthy, and richly storied. If you would like design sketches or setting advice tailored to this oval amethyst, we will happily guide you through metal choices, prong counts, and sizing to ensure the finished piece carries the stone’s history forward with beauty and integrity.