1.48 Ct. Green Chrysoberyl from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From a shaded alluvial bed in Ceylon, this green chrysoberyl began its life under the patient earth as a rough crystal waiting for an expert eye. Skilled local miners, working with respect for the land and generations of knowledge, first recovered the piece that would become this exceptional gem. The rough was selected for its transparency and depth of color, then carefully catalogued and sent to our cutting partners, artisans who understand how to bring out the best in Sri Lankan chrysoberyl. At every step The Natural Gemstone Company supervised quality and origin, ensuring that the gem that arrives to you is authentic, untreated, and traceable to its Ceylon source. Unlike many market stones that are heated, filled, or otherwise enhanced to simulate better color or clarity, this chrysoberyl is natural and unenhanced, a rarity that stands apart for collectors and connoisseurs who want provenance as much as beauty.

The transformation from rough to finished gem is where true value is revealed. Our cutter gave this specimen an oval shape with a mixed brilliant faceted pavilion and carefully planned crown to maximize light performance. The finished weight is 1.48 carat, with dimensions of 7.55 x 5.51 x 4.47 mm, a proportion that balances presence and versatility for jewelry. The clarity is graded as very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, which means the stone reads as clean to the unaided eye while retaining the natural character that distinguishes genuine gemstones from lab perfect simulants. The color is intense and lively, a clear green that flashes pale yellow green and mint under different lighting, and the polish is excellent, giving mirror like facets that return light with crisp contrast. When you compare this chrysoberyl to other green gems on the market, the differences are practical as well as visual. Compared to peridot this gem offers superior hardness and scratch resistance so it wears better for everyday jewelry. Compared to emerald it delivers a sparkling clarity and greater toughness, avoiding the need for oiling or filling that many emeralds require. Compared to green sapphire it provides a unique greener hue and a different kind of brilliance, and unlike many treated stones it comes to you in its natural state.

For buyers seeking both value and rarity this chrysoberyl represents a thoughtful choice. At 1.48 carat it is large enough to command attention, yet its excellent cut and polish make it work beautifully in a ring, pendant, or bespoke design where the stone becomes the focal point rather than being lost among heavy settings. The lack of enhancement is a meaningful advantage in a market where treatments are common, because untreated stones maintain their natural appeal and often hold value more reliably over time. The Natural Gemstone Company offers this gem with clear information about origin, cutting details, and clarity, so you can make an informed decision with confidence. Our comparison with other options is not to dismiss them but to show how this chrysoberyl excels in balanced attributes, combining intense color, eye clean clarity, and robust durability. Whether you are a collector building a rare portfolio, a jeweler designing an heirloom piece, or a buyer looking for an exceptional unenhanced green gem, this oval chrysoberyl from Ceylon answers the need for beauty, practicality, and provenance in one elegant package.