1.13 Ct. Yellowish Green Cabochon Cat’s Eye Chrysoberyl from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This translucent yellowish green chrysoberyl weighs 1.13 carat and is fashioned as a round cabochon with dimensions 6.09 by 5.66 by 3.44 mm, offering an elegant balance between presence and wearability. The cabochon cutting style is ideal for highlighting chatoyancy, and this piece displays a sharp, well centered cat s eye effect, a visible band of light that runs cleanly across the dome when viewed under a direct light source. Graded as slightly included at eye level, the inclusions are fine and consistent with natural chrysoberyl, and they actually contribute to the formation of the chatoyant band by aligning as parallel, needle like features within the crystal structure. The color intensity is medium, presenting a pleasing yellowish green hue that is characteristic of Ceylon origins, and the polish is excellent, producing a smooth reflective surface that enhances both body color and the cat s eye. There has been no enhancement, confirming the gem s natural state, and the material benefits from chrysoberyl s inherent durability, with a Mohs hardness of approximately 8.5 and a refractive index that supports lively luster and crisp light effects.

For an educated buyer seeking a statement piece, this stone offers several compelling attributes, and The Natural Gemstone Company recommends settings that maximize the central band and the gem s clean dome. At 1.13 carat and roughly 6 mm across, this cabochon is substantial enough to command attention on a solitaire ring or a pendant, while remaining comfortable for daily wear due to chrysoberyl s toughness. The slightly included clarity grade should be seen as an asset for this cat s eye, since the inclusions are the structural reason the distinctive band appears, and the excellent polish ensures minimal surface disruption to the visual effect. Origin from Ceylon adds provenance appeal, given the island s long history of producing fine chrysoberyl specimens. This gem is ideal for collectors and designers who value optical phenomena and natural integrity, offering a striking focal point that reads as both sophisticated and singular, ready to be set into a design that celebrates the luminous band of light that defines true cat s eye chrysoberyl.