0.50 Ct. Chrysoberyl from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This greenish yellow chrysoberyl began its journey beneath the warm, weathered soils of Ceylon Sri Lanka, a land that has quietly gifted the world with some of the most consistent and characterful gemstones. Buried in alluvial gravels, this rough crystal slowly took shape under heat and pressure, absorbing traces of iron and traces of chromium that lend it the gentle greenish yellow hue we admire today. Our cutters at The Natural Gemstone Company imagine that original geological moment each time they handle a piece of rough, honoring that slow natural process by choosing a final shape that respects the stone s inherent strengths. The result is a transparent oval, half a carat in weight, a small but perfectly formed treasure that carries with it the story of ancient rivers, time, and place.

When that little rough arrived at our workshop, careful decisions were made to reveal its best character. The cutter chose an oval outline to preserve weight and to emphasize the stone s color and luster. The mixed brilliant cut was selected to marry the lively scintillation of brilliant facets with the depth and color emphasis that step like pavilion facets can provide. The table and crown facets capture and scatter incoming light, producing flashes of brilliance, while the pavilion facets channel that light back up through the crown in controlled beams that deepen the greenish yellow tone. At 5.42 by 4.32 by 2.75 millimeters, this gem carries a ideal balance of width and depth, with a depth that works with the facet angles to maximize light return rather than trap it. The mixed brilliant approach gives a pleasing play of bright flashes and soft color glow, enabling the medium intense color intensity to read vivid without overpowering.

Clarity and finish were treated with equal care, the gem being evaluated as slightly included at eye level, and receiving an excellent polish to finish the surfaces. The slightly included clarity makes this piece uniquely human, a reminder of its natural origin, while the expert cutting and polish ensure that inclusions do not distract from its overall visual impact. The excellent polish is crucial, because every facet acts like a tiny mirror, and a smooth, well finished facet surface allows light to glide freely, enhancing both brilliance and the gem s warm tone. No enhancements were applied, so what you see is the stone s authentic presence, the original interplay of trace elements and natural formation. The half carat oval is small enough to sit finely in a delicate ring or pendant, yet large enough to command attention when set, and the mixed brilliant cut helps it perform exceptionally well in a range of settings, catching light from every angle.

There is also a cultural and emotional layer to this chrysoberyl s story, a connection from Ceylon s mineral rich soils to the hands that will one day wear it. Chrysoberyl has long been associated with clarity of thought and steady energy in many traditions, and the greenish yellow color offers a sunny nuance that feels lively and grounded at once. At The Natural Gemstone Company we do not sell anonymous stones, we present heirlooms in waiting, each with a provenance and a crafting story. This 0.50 carat oval, cut to 5.42 by 4.32 by 2.75 millimeters, mixed brilliant cut, medium intense in color, slightly included at eye level, with excellent polish and no enhancement, is an honest expression of its origin and of the human care that refined it. For someone seeking a gem with narrative, natural authenticity, and an intelligent cut that amplifies its inner light, this chrysoberyl is ready to make the next part of its journey with you.