1.49 Ct. Chrysoberyl from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

When you are searching for the perfect gemstone to mark a milestone, to craft an engagement ring that feels singular, or to add a rare and luminous specimen to a collector cabinet, you want assurance that your search ends with more than an attractive picture. At The Natural Gemstone Company we understand that need, and this transparent greenish yellow chrysoberyl answers it with quiet confidence. This captivating oval weighs 1.49 carat and measures 8.46 by 5.67 by 3.90 millimeters, a size that reads as elegant on the hand and majestic in a display case. It has been shaped into a mixed brilliant cut to marry scintillation with depth, and it presents an intense color intensity that will catch the light and keep the gaze. The clarity has been graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, the polish is excellent, there has been no enhancement, and the stone comes from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a provenance known for delivering chrysoberyl with purity and distinct color characteristics.

Imagine this gem beginning its story under the tropical skies of Ceylon, Sri Lanka, in a pocket of alluvial soil where rain and time loosened crystals from the parent rock and set them adrift in riverbeds. Local miners, many working with techniques passed down through generations, carefully probed these ancient gravel beds to recover rough chrysoberyl crystals. Each find was gently washed, sorted by color and clarity, and then sent to a trusted artisan who could read both the stone and the market. At The Natural Gemstone Company we insist on transparency in provenance, and we work directly with cutters who respect the integrity of each rough. For this oval, the rough showed a promise of lively yellow green tones and a clean interior, and the cutter chose a mixed brilliant scheme to preserve weight while maximizing brilliance and fire. Every facet was evaluated and refined until the piece glowed with balanced light return, and the final polish brought out the vivid color that makes this chrysoberyl so desirable.

What you hold in your hand or place on your finger is the outcome of that careful journey. The mixed brilliant cut delivers a lively play between scintillation and table brilliance, so the gem reads as both alive and refined when set in yellow gold, and it produces a modern and luminous effect when set in white gold or platinum. The 1.49 carat weight is a sweet spot for those who want a presence that is noticeable without overwhelming daily wear. The dimensions lend themselves to a classic solitaire or to a more creative halo design where the intense greenish yellow color becomes the focal point. Clarity that is very very slightly included at eye level means that the stone reads clean and transparent to most observers, while still maintaining natural character and authenticity for the connoisseur. Because there has been no enhancement, you are receiving a gem in its natural state, which is an important consideration for collectors and for couples who value the romance of an unaltered treasure.

If your quest is for an engagement gem that will be talked about for years, or for a collector’s piece that shines with documented provenance and honest grading, this chrysoberyl is a fitting conclusion to that search. At The Natural Gemstone Company we will provide you with detailed images, measurements, and a full description of origin and treatment, and we are available to discuss custom settings so that the mounting will complement the lively greenish yellow tone and the oval silhouette. We also offer guidance on care so that the excellent polish and intense color remain vibrant over time. This stone has been handled from mine to market with respect for its natural beauty, and it awaits a setting and an owner who recognize that a truly special gem is more than a commodity, it is a story. If you are ready to bring this chrysoberyl into your life, we will guide you through shipping, certification, and any bespoke design options, ensuring that your choice feels as confident and right as the gem itself.