1.97 Ct. Greenish Yellow Chrysoberyl from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 1.97 carat oval greenish yellow chrysoberyl presents an elegant balance of size and refinement, offered by The Natural Gemstone Company. The gem measures 9.59 by 6.42 by 4.61 mm, and has been cut as a faceted mixed brilliant, combining the fire of brilliant facets with the refined depth of step facets. The shape reads as a classic oval that flatters the finger or a pendant setting, and the light color intensity falls into a delicate light range that is ideal for collectors who prefer subtlety over saturation. Clarity has been graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which means that to the unaided eye the stone is effectively clean, while minor inclusions may be visible only under magnification. The polish is excellent, which enhances facet definition and overall brilliance. This chrysoberyl is natural and untreated, no enhancement, and traces its origin to Ceylon Sri Lanka, a region renowned for producing chrysoberyl with pleasing color tones and stable material quality.

From a gemological perspective this piece offers attributes that educated buyers will appreciate. Chrysoberyl is a durable species with a hardness of about 8.5 on the Mohs scale, making it suitable for daily wear in rings as well as secure in pendants and earrings. The mixed brilliant cut has been executed to maximize return of light, producing scintillation and a lively play of facets while maintaining a clean table and attractive pavilion depth. The refractive behavior of chrysoberyl contributes to a lucid, bright appearance, and the very very slightly included clarity grade preserves transparency and sparkle while providing evidence of natural origin. No heating or diffusion has been applied, and no clarity enhancement has been used, so the tone and clarity you see are inherent to the rough from Ceylon Sri Lanka. For connoisseurs who track provenance, Sri Lankan chrysoberyl is prized for its soft, fresh greenish yellow hues that differ from the deeper tones sometimes seen in other localities.

In practical terms this 1.97 carat gem sits in a sweet spot for versatility and presence. At nearly 2 carats the stone reads substantial on the hand, yet its elongated oval silhouette maintains a refined profile that adapts well to both solitaire and halo treatments. The dimensions 9.59 by 6.42 by 4.61 mm afford a comfortable table size for visual impact, while the excellent polish ensures crisp facet edges and minimal light leakage. For a buyer considering investment quality alongside wearable beauty, this chrysoberyl checks important boxes, natural origin, no treatments, eye clean appearance, and a classical cut that will remain appealing through changing trends. When compared to many green gemstones, chrysoberyl occupies a unique position due to its combination of brilliance and durability, offering a higher hardness than beryl varieties and a more stable color than many tourmalines. For custom jewelry projects we at The Natural Gemstone Company can advise on settings that protect the girdle and optimize the table exposure to daylight and artificial light sources.

Beyond technical merits this gem carries a poetic story that complements its physical attributes, a romantic backstory that resonates with the greenish yellow hue and the eye clean clarity. Imagine an early morning where the first pale sun filters through new leaves, that exact moment when green and gold meet, and the world feels both fresh and promising. This chrysoberyl embodies that dawn, its light color intensity like the tender promise of a new day, its transparent clarity like an honest heart that reveals itself without pretense. To present this stone is to offer a promise that is at once luminous and enduring, a quiet pledge that will stand the routines of daily life thanks to chrysoberyl hardness. For an engagement or milestone gift the narrative is simple and sincere, the wearer carries the image of a new beginning reflected in every facet, and the very very slightly included clarity speaks to a love that is real and genuine rather than manufactured. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind this piece with full disclosure of its origin and treatment status, and we welcome inquiries about custom settings and private viewings, guiding each buyer with gemological expertise and an appreciation for the emotional significance behind every stone.