0.97 Ct. Cabochon Chrysoberyl from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This translucent 0.97 carat oval chrysoberyl measures 5.29 by 4.81 by 3.97 mm, and it is fashioned as a cabochon to maximize body color and optical response, the dome profile is relatively high which enhances light return and surface luster, the body color reads as brownish green with medium color intensity, clarity is graded very slightly included when evaluated at eye level which preserves a clean appearance in hand, no enhancement has been applied, origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka. From a gemological perspective chrysoberyl typically exhibits a refractive index in the mid 1.74 to 1.75 range and a low to moderate birefringence near 0.008, those optical constants contribute to the stone retaining strong light return and stability under faceting or cabochon cutting, the translucency of this piece allows for gentle diffusion of light rather than full transparency, which is consistent with high quality cabochon material from Sri Lankan pockets.

Cutting and finish emphasize technical control and durable craftsmanship, the cabochon shows excellent polish across the dome and base, symmetry is well maintained for an oval profile which aids even light distribution across the surface, under raking illumination the stone displays a sharp linear band of reflected light that is consistent with oriented needle response in chrysoberyl, the alignment of these internal features was intentionally preserved during preform shaping and doming to yield a clean, centered optical band when worn in typical settings. Given chrysoberyl hardness near 8.5 on the Mohs scale this cabochon is suitable for rings, pendants and other everyday jewelry with appropriate protective settings such as low bezels or secure prongs, the untouched natural state and Sri Lankan provenance add collector and lapidary interest, and the piece is presented by The Natural Gemstone Company with full disclosure of its unenhanced condition and measured specifications, please contact us for additional images, orientation guidance for mounting, or examination under directional light to best assess the optical band.