4.40 Ct. Cabochon Chrysoberyl from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One beautiful translucent 4.40 carat oval shape yellowish green chrysoberyl from Ceylon Sri Lanka is offered by The Natural Gemstone Company, this gem measures 9.17 x 7.69 x 6.26 mm and has been expertly fashioned as a cabochon to best present its optical characteristics. The overall appearance is a soft yellowish green hue with medium light color intensity, and the surface displays an excellent polish that enhances the gem secondarily by increasing surface luster and improving visual depth. The cabochon cutting style is traditional for chrysoberyl specimens that exhibit chatoyancy or a silky sheen, because a domed surface allows light to interact with internal fibrous structures or aligned inclusions and to produce a distinct band of reflected light. This particular stone is translucent rather than fully transparent, which contributes to a subtle, glowing presence that works beautifully in classic jewelry forms where the emphasis is on color and texture.

In terms of clarity and grading, this chrysoberyl is evaluated as eye clean at normal viewing distance and typical lighting conditions, meaning no inclusions are visible to the unaided eye at arm length. The eye clean grade is a meaningful advantage for buyers who value visual purity without having to rely on magnification, because many chrysoberyl crystals will contain needle like or crystal inclusions that can influence clarity and chatoyancy. The medium light color intensity indicates a balanced combination of tone and saturation, a range that appeals to sophisticated collectors who prefer stones that are lively but not overly saturated. The polish is rated excellent, a factor that matters greatly for cabochons since surface finish determines how smoothly the chatoyant band sweeps across the dome and how uniform the reflected light will be as the stone is moved.

From a gemological and practical standpoint this chrysoberyl carries several attributes that support its value to an educated buyer, the gem is naturally colored with no enhancement recorded, an important distinction because untreated gemstones retain greater market desirability and offer predictable long term stability. Chrysoberyl is a durable species, with a Mohs hardness around 8.5, making it suitable for everyday wear in settings such as rings, pendants, and bracelets when properly protected. The origin of Ceylon Sri Lanka is also notable, because Sri Lankan chrysoberyl has a long history of producing specimens with fine color and attractive optical phenomena, and provenance can influence both aesthetic appreciation and market preference. The combination of eye clean clarity, a measured and pleasing color intensity, excellent polish, and natural origin together establish this cabochon as a piece that will satisfy collectors and designers seeking authenticity and workmanship.

When considering purchase and use, The Natural Gemstone Company recommends settings that both protect the stone and allow the chatoyant band to be seen with ease, bezel settings and low protective crowns are effective solutions that secure the cabochon while presenting the best visual orientation for the band. For care, gentle cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush is sufficient, ultrasonic cleaning is generally not recommended for cabochons with internal features that cause chatoyancy unless the stone has been examined by a qualified professional. We can provide additional views or a short video on request to show the band of light and translucency under different lighting angles, and we encourage buyers who require formal documentation to request a gemological report from an independent laboratory. This Ceylon chrysoberyl cabochon offered by The Natural Gemstone Company is an attractive, durable, and naturally untreated example of its species, and it will serve well in a refined jewelry project or as a collectible for those who appreciate classic gemological qualities.