1.54 Ct. Heliodor from Pakistan

This 1.54 carat oval heliodor presents a transparent brownish yellow hue with a light color intensity, offering a warm, versatile tone suitable for a wide range of jewelry designs. The gem measures 9.10 x 7.12 x 4.14 mm, and its oval outline provides an elegant elongation that flatters most setting profiles. Cut to a mixed brilliant style, the gem combines a step influenced crown with a brilliant influenced pavilion to optimize light return and face up brightness. Clarity is graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, permitting excellent visual clarity while retaining natural character. The polish is excellent, reflecting skilled lapidary work, and no enhancement has been applied, confirming the stone as a natural, untreated heliodor from Pakistan. The Natural Gemstone Company offers this gem with provenance and full disclosure, suitable for clients who prioritize natural, unenhanced material.

As a member of the beryl family, this heliodor benefits from a favorable combination of optical appeal and practical durability. Beryl hardness typically ranges from 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, which means the stone is well suited to rings, pendants, and daily wear pieces when set with appropriate protection and metal choices. The mixed brilliant cut accentuates sparkle while maintaining the oval silhouette, and the excellent polish enhances luster and facet definition. The very slightly included clarity grade indicates that inclusions are minor and do not detract from overall visual performance at typical viewing distances. Because the crystal exhibits natural color and no treatments, color consistency and stability are inherent attributes, and the stone will age gracefully within standard care practices for fine colored gems.

The oval outline and the dimensions of this heliodor make it highly adaptable to a broad array of custom settings. In rings, the stone functions well as a classic solitaire with four or six prongs to maximize light exposure, or as a bezel set for a sleek, modern profile that provides additional protection to the girdle and pavilion. East west mounting is an option for contemporary ring designs, and low bezel rails assist in wearability for active lifestyles. For enhanced presence, consider a halo of small diamonds or complementary warm toned gemstones to increase perceived size and to frame the brownish yellow body color, or select a double halo combination with a millgrain or vintage gallery for period inspired aesthetics. In pendants, the gem reads as a focal point when set in a simple open backed bezel or in a suspended prong basket that allows light from both sides. Paired earrings offer several routes, including matched stud solitaires, drop settings with accent stones, or three stone arrangements that use the heliodor as the central anchor. For bracelets and cuffs, the oval shape can be oriented repeatedly along a linked design, or placed as a single center gem within a broader panel, with secure bezel or half bezel mounting to mitigate impact risk.

Custom design considerations include metal choice, accent stone pairing, and mounting height to balance sparkle and wearability. Warm yellow and rose gold metals emphasize the brownish yellow nuances, whereas neutral white metals offer contrast and modern clarity, particularly when paired with white diamonds. Accent stones such as small brilliant diamonds, cognac diamonds, or complementary greens and blues provide color contrast and visual interest while preserving the gem as the primary focal point. For clients seeking more protective settings, a custom bezel with a subtle gallery can shield the girdle and pavilion without sacrificing the mixed brilliant performance. For designs that favor brilliance, adopt a low prong basket and incorporate well matched pavé accents to amplify scintillation. Measurements of 9.10 x 7.12 x 4.14 mm align with many standard mounting templates, and The Natural Gemstone Company can advise on seat dimensions and prong placement to ensure secure fit and proportional aesthetics.

The Natural Gemstone Company provides advisory services to translate this natural heliodor into a finished jewelry piece, including recommendations for compatible metals, design sketches, and sourcing of accent stones. Detailed reporting on weight, dimensions, cut style, clarity observation at eye level, polish, enhancement status, and origin from Pakistan accompanies the gem, supporting transparency and informed design choices. Clients are encouraged to consult regarding custom projects, stone matching, and secure mounting strategies, and to request high resolution imagery or in hand viewing when available. With its natural color, durable beryl structure, and refined mixed brilliant cut, this 1.54 carat oval heliodor offers both aesthetic appeal and practical flexibility, making it an excellent candidate for bespoke rings, pendants, earrings, and other fine jewelry applications.