1.18 Ct. Cabochon Chrysoberyl from Tanzania

This is a rare translucent 1.18 carat oval shape yellowish green chrysoberyl, measuring 6.21 x 5.98 x 3.35 mm, finished as a smooth cabochon. Evaluated at eye level the clarity is very slightly included, the color intensity is intense, the polish is excellent, there are no enhancements, and the origin is Tanzania. Sourced and presented by The Natural Gemstone Company, this gem arrives as a singular specimen, a discreet treasure for connoisseurs who seek pieces that are both distinctive and uncompromised. Each glance reveals a depth of tone that shifts gently with movement, an intimate performance that belongs to a small class of cabochon chrysoberyl stones that show both warmth and a cool green whisper. Because stones of this quality and of this precise size and cut rarely appear on the market, ownership confers the quiet distinction of keeping something precious that few others will ever encounter.

In comparison to other chrysoberyl varieties, the reflective character of this cabochon is quietly unique. Faceted chrysoberyl, including fine yellowish green pieces, often displays a high adamantine brilliance and crisp light return that favors scintillation and sparkle under direct light. By contrast this cabochon offers a satiny glow and a soft directional sheen that plays across the dome, a tactile kind of reflection that invites the eye to follow its surface rather than to be stopped by flashes. When set in light, the stone shows a luminous banding and a concentrated highlight, traits closely related to the classic chatoyance known in cat eye chrysoberyls, yet here the effect is more restrained and elegant, an interplay between a polished mirror and a silk like depth. Against alexandrite grade chrysoberyl, which commands attention through dramatic color change and high dispersion, this piece favors tonal richness and a refined surface luster. Compared to green gemstones that collectors often consider in the same palette, such as peridot or green tourmaline, this chrysoberyl carries a denser, more compact reflection, with less overt sparkle but a more enduring inner radiance, and with higher surface polish that reads as almost metallic under certain lights. The result is a gem whose reflective qualities are contemplative, an inward glow that reveals nuance rather than shouting brilliance.

For the collector who values rarity and discreet luxury, this chrysoberyl represents an opportunity to own a stone with both character and provenance, offered exclusively by The Natural Gemstone Company. The cabochon form invites bespoke settings that celebrate the stone as a jewel of presence, a bezel or protective setting that frames the dome will preserve its polish and emphasize the moving band of light. Because there are no enhancements, the gem carries the purity of its natural origin, a trait that is increasingly scarce and sought after. Wear and care are simple, clean with mild soap and water and avoid harsh chemicals, protect from hard knocks to preserve the pristine polish and the subtle optical effects. For commissioning a custom mount or to request additional views and lighting studies, clients are welcomed to contact The Natural Gemstone Company, where each transaction is treated as the acquisition of an heirloom quality treasure, reserved for those who understand that true rarity is not only about scarcity, but about the singular experience of possessing something that stands apart from the ordinary.