1.11 Ct. Andalusite from Madagascar

Andalusite has long been admired for its subtle play of color and its quietly dignified presence, a gemstone that speaks to tradition and the slow artistry of the earth, This transparent 1.11 carat oval greenish brown andalusite from Madagascar is a modern heirloom, cut into a mixed brilliant oval to balance fire and depth, The dimensions are 7.62 x 5.43 x 4.08 mm, the clarity is slightly included at eye level which lends the stone character and confirms its natural origin, The color intensity reads as medium intense, and the polish is excellent, The stone shows the layered, variable hues that made andalusite prized by connoisseurs for generations, and because this gem is untreated, no enhancement, it retains the authentic surface and internal landscape that only nature can produce, The Natural Gemstone Company is pleased to present this piece as an example of a classic design stone that will wear gracefully through time.

When compared to lab grown gemstones this natural andalusite offers advantages that go beyond appearance, Lab grown stones often present flawless uniformity in color and clarity, yet they lack the geological journey and unique inclusions that become a gem bearer of stories, The slight inclusions and subtle zonal color in this Madagascar andalusite are not flaws in the traditional sense, they are fingerprints of formation, They assure collectors and jewelers that the gem crystallized under natural pressures over geological timescales, Natural pleochroism in andalusite provides changing hues as the gem is turned, a dynamic quality that synthetic counterparts may not replicate in the same complex way, Additionally this example requires no enhancement, so buyers secure a stone that is both honest in presentation and stable in care, For those who value provenance, rarity, and the emotional depth of a natural gemstone, this andalusite offers a tactile link to the earths history and a timeless aesthetic for classic settings, Please contact The Natural Gemstone Company for setting recommendations and further details, our specialists can advise on mounting this 1.11 carat oval to best showcase its natural color play and enduring charm.