5.09 Ct. Cabochon Chrysoberyl from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the misted hills of Ceylon where gem gravels still whisper stories of ancient rivers comes a gemstone that carries the patina of time and the luster of precise care, a greenish yellow chrysoberyl that began life deep in the island earth and arrived at our bench ready to reveal its character. The mining sites of Sri Lanka have produced some of the most sought after chrysoberyl in the world, gems that have been treasured by local families for generations, exchanged as symbols of protection and good fortune, and admired by craftsmen for their stable beauty. This particular stone at 5.09 carats speaks to a substantial presence in hand and on the finger, a weight that feels satisfying to the touch and declares its premium nature without exaggeration. Translucent in its body color, the gem displays a medium intense greenish yellow, a hue that captures sunlight and refracts a warm, verdant light, allowing the internal structure to breathe with life, and at the same time preserving a refined subtlety that makes it versatile for elegant jewelry. At The Natural Gemstone Company we treat provenance as part of the story, and this chrysoberyl bears the lineage of Ceylon in every facet, a narrative of waterways, soil, and careful extraction that gives a wearer more than a stone, it gives a piece of place.

The journey from rough to the finished oval cabochon was guided by a desire to honor the material, to coax out its best attributes while keeping its natural voice intact, and the result is a 9.99 by 8.04 by 6.53 millimeter oval cabochon that sits with poise, reflecting light with an even glow and exhibiting an excellent polish that attests to hours of meticulous lapidary work. The cabochon cut was chosen with intention, to emphasize translucence and to create an interplay of surface sheen and internal depth that faceted cuts may not always allow, a decision that reveals the greenish yellow in layers and makes the color read richer and more alive when set. Clarity was evaluated at eye level and graded as very slightly included, a mark of natural authenticity that neither diminishes beauty nor compromises brilliance, it simply reminds the connoisseur that this gem grew in earth, not in a laboratory. There are no enhancements to this chrysoberyl, no heat, no filling, the stone is wholly natural and preserved in its original state, a quality that elevates its rarity and value. The excellent polish enhances wearability and the oval silhouette is proportioned to flatter many settings, whether presented as a centerpiece in a ring or as the focal drop of a pendant.

A 5.09 carat chrysoberyl of this quality is a notable find, and carat weight in this instance becomes a clear marker of premium status, a scale that counts not just mass but the manner in which that mass carries color and light. In the realm of chrysoberyl, stones over five carats with vivid character are uncommon, and when they emerge with translucence, medium intense color, and strong lapidary finish, they command attention from collectors and designers alike. This gem wears its weight with dignity, balancing presence with elegance, and it offers versatility for bespoke creation, able to anchor a solitary ring, to harmonize with accent stones, or to be featured in a custom heirloom piece that will be passed forward with stories attached. When you choose such a gem from The Natural Gemstone Company you are selecting more than a material object, you are embracing a continuum that links miner, cutter, and wearer, a sequence of hands and intentions that culminate in a stone ready to begin a new life on you or on someone you honor.

When you hold this greenish yellow chrysoberyl you will notice how 5.09 carats reads as meaning, it signals investment quality and a commitment to natural beauty, and it allows the gem to command design without overwhelming. Its dimensions provide a comfortable silhouette for many settings, and its cabochon face creates a living surface that responds to movement and mood. As specialists in ethically sourced, meticulously finished gemstones, The Natural Gemstone Company invites you to imagine this chrysoberyl set in precious metal, to feel the connection to Ceylon through each glance, and to appreciate the unenhanced authenticity that brings confidence in longevity and value. For collectors, designers, and anyone seeking a gem with provenance and presence, this oval greenish yellow chrysoberyl embodies a rare combination of weight, color, clarity, and craftsmanship, a narrative stone ready to be part of your story, and a premium treasure that will remain captivating for generations.