2.39 Ct. Aquamarine from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the island rivers of Ceylon, Sri Lanka this aquamarine began its journey as a dream tucked into ancient alluvial gravel, carried by monsoon fed streams until a careful hand found it and passed it along to collectors who recognize true quality. At The Natural Gemstone Company we witnessed that moment of discovery, and we followed this stone from the mine to the cutting table with the same reverence a sailor shows to the sea. This transparent cushion shaped gem weighs 2.39 carats, measuring 9.32 by 8.38 by 5.56 millimeters, displaying a delicate greenish blue hue with very light color intensity. It was fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut to marry sparkle and depth, its clarity graded very very slightly included as evaluated at eye level, its polish graded excellent, and it has no enhancement, no heat treatment and no filling, a natural example of aquamarine in its pure form.

The cutting story of this aquamarine reads like a small book of craft, each facet placed to honor the stone rather than to force a fashion, each angle chosen to open windows to its watery heart. Skilled lapidaries balanced brilliant facets on the crown with calmer pavilion cuts to draw from the gem a lively scintillation, yet maintain a calm, glass like finish that speaks softly rather than shouting. The cushion silhouette gives the gem a timeless presence, modern enough for an elegant ring, yet classic enough for a pendant passed down through generations, and when seen on the hand the proportions create a generous face up appearance that catches sunlight and candlelight alike. The natural light blue green tone recalls sheltered coves and early morning tides, and because this aquamarine is unenhanced it carries every nuance of its Ceylon origin, a subtle fingerprint of place that only natural stones can hold.

Beyond its physical beauty this aquamarine carries a rich tradition of metaphysical meaning, it is known among crystal workers and lovers of healing gems as a companion for calm, a stone that soothes agitation and brings a salt air clarity to muddled thought. It resonates with the throat chakra, encouraging clear speech and honest expression, while its cooling blue green tones ease worry and invite emotional balance, helping one to navigate conversations with composure. Travelers have long carried aquamarine for protection across water and for safe passage, and creative spirits find that its quiet light opens channels for poetic thought and steady communication. To care for this gem, avoid harsh chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners, cleanse it with fresh water and gentle soap when needed, and recharge it in moonlight or placed near clean running water, always mindful that its value is as much in its natural origin and careful cut as in its physical properties. If you imagine this aquamarine set into a bespoke piece, The Natural Gemstone Company would be honored to help design a setting that preserves its light, and to share the provenance and craftsmanship that make this stone both a jewel and a living story.