3.65 Ct. Cabochon Chrysoberyl from Tanzania

This specimen is a 3.65 carat translucent chrysoberyl, presented in an oval cabochon form, with exact dimensions of 9.44 x 7.44 x 5.47 mm. The stone was hand worked from rough material sourced in Tanzania, and it has been left untreated, enhancement none, preserving natural color and internal character. Clarity has been evaluated at eye level as very very slightly included, the inclusions are minor and distributed in a way that does not interrupt the overall visual depth. The cabochon cut emphasizes body color and internal light transmission, the dome profile is balanced to the oval outline, and the surface condition is an excellent polish that produces crisp reflections and a smooth tactile finish. At The Natural Gemstone Company we document these measurements and visual grades to give advanced buyers precise data for design planning and valuation.

Color assessment for this chrysoberyl registers as greenish brown with a medium color intensity, a combination that communicates warmth and an earthy sophistication. Under direct and diffuse lighting the stone exhibits subtle shift between olive green and warm brown tones, a visual effect supported by chrysoberyl chemistry and crystal habit, and by the translucency of the material. The medium intensity preserves tonal saturation while allowing internal light play, this permits a controlled depth without appearing opaque. From a gemological standpoint, chrysoberyl commonly displays pleochroic tendencies, and this cabochon shows modest directional color response when rotated, which can be used as a design element in orientation sensitive settings. The very very slightly included clarity grade indicates fine internal features, likely microscopic needles or tiny faceted planes that have been left intact to retain weight, these inclusions contribute to character without compromising durability. With a hardness of 8.5 on the Mohs scale, chrysoberyl offers excellent wearability, and the absence of enhancement ensures predictable long term stability in everyday jewelry.

Craftsmanship notes focus on the lapidary process used to achieve the present appearance, the oval outline was established through careful preforming to maximize yield from the rough, the dome height and curvature were refined incrementally using progressively finer abrasives to preserve the evenness of the cabochon surface, and the final polishing stage was executed with high purity polishing compounds to reach an excellent mirror finish. The proportions, length to width ratio and dome height of 5.47 mm relative to the 9.44 mm length produce a substantial presence on the hand, making the piece well suited to center stone applications such as a bold ring head or an elegant pendant. Jewelers may prefer a low bezel to protect the high domed surface, or a finely crafted prong seat to showcase the translucency and color shift, both approaches will benefit from the stone being left unheated and natural. For collectors and designers who value provenance and technical clarity, The Natural Gemstone Company provides this detailed specification as an aid to selection, and we recommend a bespoke mounting that aligns the color axis with the face up orientation to maximize the impression of personal power and distinction.