0.98 Ct. Greenish Yellow Chrysoberyl from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This specimen is a transparent 0.98 carat chrysoberyl presented in a classic cushion outline, precisely measured at 6.14 by 5.24 by 3.65 millimeters. The cutter selected a mixed brilliant faceting scheme, combining a brilliant-style crown with a modified pavilion, a deliberate choice to marry scintillation with controlled color saturation. The measured depth of 3.65 millimeters yields an effective depth percentage of approximately 64 percent, a proportion that preserves strong face-up color while maintaining optimal light return for a stone of this weight. Chrysoberyl is a biaxial gem with refractive indices near 1.747 to 1.754 and a relatively low dispersion of about 0.014, and those optical constants mean that maximizing reflective facet junctions and angles is essential to produce the perceptible luster and pinpoint flashes that define a high-quality cut. With an excellent polish across facet planes, facet junctions are crisp and well-centered, enabling the mixed brilliant layout to perform with lively return and controlled contrast patterning suited to a medium intensity greenish yellow body color.

Color and clarity have been treated as primary determinants of face-up appeal in this piece. The hue is a calibrated greenish yellow with medium color saturation, selected and oriented so that the principal table face displays the most desirable balance between green tone and yellow warmth. The cutter oriented the pavilion and crown relationship to reduce windowing and to enhance color concentration in face-up view, a typical technique for chrysoberyl where pleochroic tendencies can shift perceived hue when viewed from different angles. The clarity is graded as slightly included at eye level, indicating minor internal features that are observable to a trained eye but do not materially detract from brilliance or structural integrity. These small inclusions are internal and stable, and because the gem is natural and untreated, they serve as identification characteristics rather than value-reducing flaws. The stone exhibits no enhancements of any kind, a factor that materially supports both aesthetic longevity and market value.

Origin and durability further support this gem as an object of purposeful acquisition. This chrysoberyl is from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a provenance with a long history for producing stones with clean tone and stable color distribution. Sri Lankan chrysoberyl often commands buyer preference for its characteristic clarity and restrained, elegant hues, and documented origin enhances traceability in secondary markets. Chrysoberyl ranks approximately 8.5 on the Mohs hardness scale and has substantial toughness relative to many colored stones, making it suitable for everyday jewelry such as engagement rings when set with appropriate protection for the cushion corners. For setting, we recommend a low profile four or six prong head with slightly raised crowns or a partial bezel to protect the girdle and corners, or a secure claw setting that preserves pavilion light entry while minimizing contact stress. The excellent polish and precise facet geometry mean the gem will display consistent performance under both gemological inspection and normal wear.

As an investment in beauty and craftsmanship, this 0.98 carat Ceylon chrysoberyl represents a convergence of natural rarity, technical cutting decisions, and preservation of original material, factors that together support long-term value. The mixed brilliant cut was executed to maximize optical performance for a sub-one-carat cushion, a scale at which proportional discipline and facet alignment materially affect perceived size and brilliance. The absence of enhancement, the documented Sri Lankan origin, and the stone s durable gemological properties create a profile that appeals to collectors and connoisseurs who prioritize natural material and precise cutting. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind the technical description and can provide independent laboratory documentation or bespoke mounting services to maintain provenance and resale liquidity. For a purchaser seeking a gem that combines measured optical engineering, dependable durability, and a refined greenish yellow presence, this chrysoberyl is an investment in both enduring beauty and considered craftsmanship.