Bezel Paraiba Tourmaline Ring 0.81 Ct., 18K Yellow Gold

This ring centers a transparent 0.81 carat oval bluish green paraibatourmaline from Mozambique, cut to the dimensions 7.02 by 5.05 by 3.74 millimeters, with a mixed brilliant faceting scheme. The mixed brilliant cut pairs a brilliant style crown with a modified pavilion that incorporates both brilliant and step facets, a configuration that in this instance yields an overall depth of approximately 62 percent when depth is calculated against the mean of length and width. The stone displays light color saturation, a cool mix of aquamarine and neon turquoise tones characteristic of copper bearing tourmalines, and an eye clean clarity grade at typical viewing distances. The cutter achieved an excellent polish, resulting in crisp facet junctions, tight angles, and mirror like facet planes, which are critical for maintaining both internal light return and the saturated color that defines high quality paraibatourmaline.

In terms of light performance the mixed brilliant oval performs differently from full brilliant ovals, standard round brilliants, and step cut styles such as emerald cuts. Compared with a full brilliant oval, the mixed brilliant trade off some absolute scintillation on the pavilion for stronger face up color presence, because the addition of step facets on the pavilion tends to retain and deepen the body color while the brilliant crown maximizes top light dispersion. Against a standard round brilliant, the oval mixed brilliant shows elongated light patterns and directional scintillation, and a slightly reduced overall flash due to the oval outline, but it offers a more intense color saturation per carat in this light level. Versus a step cut, which emphasizes broad flashes and crisp mirror like planes, the mixed brilliant retains more lively return and small flash scintillation, while avoiding the flat look that can dilute paraiba color in some step cuts. The cutter also managed the potential oval bow tie by balancing crown and pavilion angles, keeping the table proportion and facet arrangement such that the central dark band is minimized under typical lighting angles, which preserves a uniform bluish green across the table and shoulders.

The ring mounting is fully realized in 14K yellow gold with a low bezel and an open triangular gallery that frames the pavilion and allows controlled side light ingress. The bezel offers a secure mechanical setting that protects the girdle against knocks, while the openwork below the stone preserves upward light transmission from lower angles, essentially pairing the protective benefits of a bezel with the light performance advantages of a prong style gallery. The warm tone of 14K yellow gold complements the bluish green hue by slightly enhancing the perceived warmth of the stone at oblique angles, a subtle visual dialog between metal and gem that many connoisseurs appreciate. Craftsmanship notes include precise bezel seating with no overhang, smooth internal shoulders for comfortable wear, and polished internal surfaces in the gallery to promote internal reflection without introducing unwanted light leakage. The Natural Gemstone Company certifies that this ring was inspected for symmetry between left and right shoulders, for consistent facet alignment, and for secure setting tolerances. For buyers evaluating light performance against other cuts, this piece balances color preservation and brilliance in a way that favors the distinct neon character of Mozambique paraiba material, while delivering practical wearability and secure setting in 14K yellow gold.