5.19 Ct. Yellowish Orange Citrine from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One beautiful transparent 5.19 carat pear shape yellowish orange citrine awaits those who seek a warm and lively focal gem, supplied with the assurance of careful sourcing from Ceylon, Sri Lanka. This stone measures 13.41 x 10.37 x 7.63 mm, it is faceted with a mixed brilliant cut, and it carries a clarity grade of very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level. The color intensity is described as intense, the polish is excellent, and the overall presentation is clean and lively. As representatives of The Natural Gemstone Company, we present this citrine not as a mass produced filler, but as a precisely cut and carefully finished gem that balances size, color, and clarity for immediate use in fine jewelry. The pear shape offers classic versatility, from a pendant center to a statement ring, and the dimensions provide presence without overpowering wearable design.

When compared to other yellow to orange gemstones on the market, this Sri Lankan citrine stands out for a combination of color depth, clarity, and cut quality. Many commercially available citrines come from large Brazilian sources, often with paler tones or with less meticulous cutting to preserve carat weight. By contrast this gem exhibits a lively orange yellow that is well saturated, placed into a mixed brilliant faceting scheme that maximizes return of light while maintaining strong symmetry. The grade of very very slightly included means that inclusions are minor and do not interfere with brilliance at normal viewing distances, making it effectively eye clean for most buyers. The stone has been heat treated, which is a stable and widely accepted enhancement in the market to achieve the desirable warm hues, and this treatment is transparent and documented. Compared to glass simulants and heavily treated bargain material, this natural citrine offers long term value, stable color, and the tactile and optical characteristics that collectors and jewelers prefer.

Durability is a practical advantage for everyday wear, the citrine is a variety of quartz with a Mohs hardness of seven, which places it above many popular gemstones used in fashion jewelry, and within comfortable range for rings, earrings, and necklaces. On the Mohs scale citrine is harder than opal and pearl, which are softer and require more careful handling, and it is more scratch resistant than many organics and softer silicates. Compared with topaz which rates eight on the Mohs scale, and corundum which rates nine, citrine is slightly less hard, but quartz has a different physical response to stress because it lacks perfect cleavage, making it less likely to split along smooth planes under impact than some higher hardness but cleaving stones. Practical care recommendations are straightforward, clean with warm soapy water and a soft brush, avoid prolonged exposure to high heat and strong acids, and remove jewelry during very rough activity. These steps will keep the excellent polish and faceting lively for years, exploiting the stone s natural hardness and polish durability to retain its attractive brilliance.

From a value perspective this citrine offers a superior balance of size, color intensity, and finish when compared to similarly priced alternatives. Many sellers present large pale stones that lack the saturation needed to make a pendant pop, or smaller stones with deeper color but poorer cutting that reduces brilliance. This faceted mixed brilliant pear of 5.19 carats occupies a sweet spot, offering immediate visual impact with responsible pricing relative to rarity of intense orange yellow tones in this size and clarity. The Natural Gemstone Company backs this offering with full measurements, transparency about enhancements, and high resolution imagery to make appraisal and design decisions easier. For designers and collectors who want a dependable gemstone that performs under daily wear, displays well in a variety of settings, and carries the geological pedigree of Ceylon sourcing, this citrine is an outstanding choice. Contact The Natural Gemstone Company to view detailed photos and to discuss setting options, pricing, and secure shipment.