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1.23 Ct. Greenish Yellow Chrysoberyl from Tanzania
This loose stone ships by Aug 3
Item ID: | K26988 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 5.87 Width: 5.27 Height: 4.71 |
Weight: | 1.23 Ct. |
Color: help | Greenish Yellow |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Included |
Shape: help | Emerald Cut |
Cut: | Emerald Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Tanzania |
Per carat price: help | $400 |
One beautiful transparent 1.23 carat emerald cut greenish yellow chrysoberyl awaits the collector who understands the quiet power of true rarity, the measured geometry of its 5.87 by 5.27 by 4.71 millimeter proportions grants the gem an architectural poise, the emerald cut presents broad, parallel step facets that create tranquil planes of light and an emphatic, mirror like table, clarity is graded as included at eye level, a candid admission that affirms this stone as purely natural and untreated, the intense color intensity commands attention without shouting, every facet has been brought to an excellent polish that allows the surface to sing when it catches the light, no enhancement has been applied, the stone arrives as the earth fashioned it, and its provenance from Tanzania speaks to a lineage of geological distinction, The Natural Gemstone Company offers this chrysoberyl as an object of desire for the refined collector who prefers authenticity, provenance, and the kind of beauty that rewards close, repeated inspection.
The emerald cut emphasizes depth and color rather than a profusion of scintillation, the step facets form layered windows into the body of the chrysoberyl, and those windows reveal a complex interplay of hue and internal character, in bright daylight the greenish yellow becomes a crystalline beacon, the green aspect gains cool clarity while the yellow undertone lends warmth, the balance feels intentional and noble, sunlight, with its full spectrum, accentuates the gem s transparency and makes the table appear as a serene pool of color, the included clarity becomes a signature rather than a flaw, fine, feathery growth lines and natural signatures refract light into soft, internal flashes that speak to origin and natural formation, under overcast sky and diffused daylight the stone reads as a softer, more sumptuous yellow green, the step facets reflect broader flashes rather than pinpoint sparkle, and the excellent polish ensures those flashes remain crisp and controlled, the result is a gem that is contemplative, rather than noisy, it rewards moments of quiet close observation.
Under artificial light the chrysoberyl reveals further facets of its personality, in warm incandescent light and candlelight the yellow component deepens to a honeyed tone that feels indulgent and intimate, the green presence becomes a reserved counterpoint, together they create a warm, glowing heart that flatters warmer metal settings such as yellow gold, under neutral or cool white LED lighting the green component comes forward, appearing fresher and more modern, the stone takes on a more citrus like clarity in such lighting, this dynamic allows the wearer to curate the impression the gem makes simply by choosing the environment or accompanying metals, under the focused beam of a spotlight or gallery lamp the step facets throw broad flashes of light along their planes creating an elegant scintillation that reads as restrained brilliance, subtle pleochroism may be observed, as is typical in chrysoberyl, the gem can show a slightly different balance of green to yellow when viewed along different crystallographic axes, these gentle shifts are not dramatic color change, they are refinements of character that reward a knowledgeable eye, the eye level inclusions provide a tactile reminder of the stone s natural origin, and because there has been no enhancement, these inclusions are part of the narrative, enhancing rather than detracting from the gem s story.
When set the chrysoberyl becomes a statement of cultivated taste, its emerald cut makes it an ideal centerpiece for a ring that speaks of restraint and confidence, the elongated table and step facets flatter the hand and create an impression of measured luxury, paired with warm yellow gold the greenish yellow warms into a vintage elegance, paired with cool platinum or white gold the greener notes become urbane and contemporary, a bezel setting will emphasize the gem s geometry and protect its edges, a four prong open setting will permit greater light ingress and display the stone s full luminous potential, owning this chrysoberyl from Tanzania is to possess a singular natural treasure, it is proof of discernment, a physical expression of refined taste and accomplishment, The Natural Gemstone Company presents this gem not as mere decoration, but as a wearable heirloom, an object that will age with the wearer and accrue meaning, for the collector who values origin, natural condition, and an unmistakable, intense color, this 1.23 carat emerald cut chrysoberyl is more than a jewel, it is a declaration of sophistication and enduring elegance.
























