0.95 Ct. Cabochon Chrysoberyl from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One translucent oval cabochon chrysoberyl weighing 0.95 carat is presented from Ceylon Sri Lanka, with dimensions 4.54 by 5.24 by 3.77 millimeters. The stone exhibits a greenish yellow hue with intense color intensity and an even tone through the dome. Clarity is described as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, and the surface shows an excellent polish that complements the cabochon form. No enhancements have been applied, and the natural origin and condition are noted to preserve the material integrity. For reference within our inventory and product catalog, the opal type associated in our listings is White Opal, and this chrysoberyl is offered and supported by The Natural Gemstone Company.

In hand and under direct light this chrysoberyl presents a clean, lively appearance that emphasizes its yellow green channel without veering into brownish or muddy notes. The cabochon shape moderates the color intensity in a way that favors even visual saturation across the top, allowing the translucency to add a soft inner glow rather than a flat opaque look. Compared to chrysoberyl material reported from Minas Gerais Brazil, which often carries warmer golden yellow or slightly brownish undertones, this Ceylon specimen leans cooler with a clearer green influence. Compared to chrysoberyls and related yellow green gems from Madagascar, which can be very bright and sometimes lighter in tone, this example retains a deeper, more intense presence while still keeping a comparatively delicate appearance. The combination of intense color and controlled translucency makes the gem versatile for settings that benefit from a gentle luminous quality.

When considering hue and tone against other well known gem localities and species, it is helpful to place this stone in context. Sri Lankan sapphires and chrysoberyls often display refined pastel tendencies and a clarity that favors gem quality, and this piece falls within that tradition with a restrained but saturated greenish yellow tone. Brazilian chrysoberyl can be richer in yellow warmth and occasionally darker in tonal depth, making this Ceylon stone appear greener in direct comparison. Peridot from Zabargad island and from Pakistan typically exhibits a stronger pure green with more olive character and higher chroma, so those peridots read as greener and sometimes darker than this chrysoberyl. Emeralds from Colombia and Zambia by contrast show a deep, pure green with greater saturation and depth, a visual category distinct from the lighter, yellow inflected green of this chrysoberyl. For customers interested in opal comparisons, White Opal presents a milky body color and play of color that is fundamentally different from chrysoberyl, and the absence of play of color here highlights the chrysoberyl qualities of stable hue, consistent tone, and durable brilliance.

Practical considerations for design and wear are straightforward given the gem characteristics. The cabochon cut and polished dome emphasize internal color and translucency, making bezel and closed back settings particularly effective in controlling light and highlighting the greenish yellow hue. The material hardness of chrysoberyl provides strong wearability for everyday jewelry, and the very very slightly included clarity at eye level supports secure mounting without requiring protective designs beyond standard practice. The fact that there are no enhancements and that the stone is from Ceylon Sri Lanka is pertinent information for collectors and for custom design clients who require natural origin and treatment disclosure. Photographic images in our listing provide scale with hand shots and show the way the stone communicates its tone in natural daylight. For further details on compatibility with White Opal or other companion stones and for bespoke setting recommendations please contact The Natural Gemstone Company for a detailed consultation.