8.16 Ct. Aquamarine from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Imagine pressing your palm to a memory of sea glass found on a summer shoreline, and feeling a quiet joy that lasts long after the tide has gone, this is the feeling that this aquamarine brings to life, every glance at this stone is a gentle invitation to remember love, to celebrate a milestone, or to mark a new beginning. At The Natural Gemstone Company we search the world for moments like this, and this particular piece from Ceylon Sri Lanka is a flawless reminder of why natural gemstones inspire such deep emotion. The soft greenish blue hue catches sunlight in a way that feels both fresh and timeless, a shade that whispers of ocean breezes and first kisses, a shade that will make the wearer feel cherished and seen.

The technical beauty of this gem is equally compelling, this is a transparent 8.16 carat cushion shape aquamarine, with dimensions 15.93 x 10.51 x 8.03 mm, cut to a mixed brilliant pattern that layers scintillation with depth. Its clarity grade is very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, giving the stone character without distracting from its radiance, the faint color intensity allows a cool, elegant presence that reads as versatile in any light, and the excellent polish enhances every facet so the gem returns light with a lively, refined flash. There has been no enhancement to alter its natural state, the gem remains in its authentic condition, and its origin from Ceylon Sri Lanka adds a storied provenance that resonates with collectors and romantics alike. The mixed brilliant cut cultivates both spread and fire, the cushion silhouette balances classic sophistication with contemporary chic, and the result is a stone that feels substantial without overwhelming the wearer.

Think of how this aquamarine transforms with the mood of the moment, paired with a simple chain it becomes a treasured everyday talisman, a gentle wash of color that lifts workwear and weekend denim alike, placed in a halo setting it sparkles with understated refinement for dinner dates and celebrations, set as a center stone for an engagement ring it becomes a unique declaration of devotion that is both modern and enduring. This gem loves to be worn, it adapts to the hand and to the heart, the generous face up size makes it a luminous focal point in a cocktail ring, yet its delicate pale blue presence is harmonious with minimalist aesthetics so it complements casual attire without shouting. For formal events it captures attention with a soft brilliance that is elegant and gracious, for intimate moments it feels like a secret between two people, a gem that holds a story and encourages hands to linger.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we know that choosing a gemstone is an emotional experience as much as it is a technical one, we are here to help you imagine how this cushion aquamarine will live in your life, and to assist with setting ideas that honor its proportions and its personality. Whether you envision a custom ring with a low profile mount for everyday comfort, a dramatic prong setting to maximize sparkle, or a bespoke necklace that lets the gem float over the heart, we can guide you toward designs that enhance both beauty and wearability. This stone is naturally sourced, unenhanced, and shipped with full disclosure about its origin and characteristics, we pride ourselves on ethical sourcing and on connecting collectors and lovers with gems that create lasting memories. If you are seeking a piece that will be worn with joy, that will be passed down with reverence, and that will look as at home at a garden party as it does under the chandeliers of a ballroom, this Ceylon aquamarine from The Natural Gemstone Company is ready to become that cherished moment.