1.74 Ct. Heliodor from Pakistan

This one of a kind heliodor offered by The Natural Gemstone Company is a transparent brownish yellow oval weighing 1.74 carats, measuring 9.17 by 7.03 by 4.59 millimeters, and faceted in a mixed brilliant cut to balance scintillation and table light return. The gem displays a light color intensity that is pleasingly warm without tipping into orange tones, and it presents excellent polish across all facets, which enhances its visual purity and surface finish. Evaluated at eye level the clarity grade is very very slightly included, meaning the stone appears essentially clean to the unaided eye, with only minute natural inclusions visible under magnification or careful inspection. There has been no enhancement of any kind, which preserves the natural character and value of this golden beryl, and its origin is northern Pakistan, a region known for producing fine specimens of beryl family gemstones with attractive color and clarity. The mixed brilliant cutting style was selected to maximize the internal brilliance of this heliodor while maintaining weight and proportion, resulting in a stone that reads larger than its carat weight might suggest in many mounting styles.

The journey of this heliodor from mine to market reflects traditional sourcing practices combined with modern lapidary skill. The rough was located in pegmatite pockets in a working region of Pakistan where experienced local miners extract crystals by hand and simple mechanical clearing, favoring careful removal to preserve crystal integrity. Once recovered the rough underwent initial sorting and basic cleaning at site to assess color zoning and potential for cutting. The selected crystal was then exported with appropriate documentation to The Natural Gemstone Company for detailed gemological examination. At our partner cutting studio the decision to use a mixed brilliant cut was informed by the rough form, the orientation of color, and the goal of achieving an even face up color while retaining weight. Cutting was executed with attention to facet symmetry and pavilion depth to produce strong light return and minimize windowing. After cutting the stone received a meticulous polish and a final quality control inspection for optical performance and surface condition. Throughout this sequence The Natural Gemstone Company maintained traceability and adherence to responsible sourcing practices, and we can provide provenance notes and imagery upon request to buyers seeking reassurance of ethical procurement.

For the educated buyer the appeal of this heliodor lies in its combination of weight, clarity, origin, and the fact that it is entirely untreated. As a member of the beryl family its refractive index sits in the expected range for beryl, lending it pleasing brilliance and a stable optical character that performs well in a variety of lighting conditions. The very very slightly included clarity grade at eye level indicates that inclusions do not interfere with brilliance or durability, making this gem suitable for daily wear in rings as well as in pendants and earrings where its light golden tone will complement warm metal choices such as yellow gold or rose gold, while offering an elegant contrast against white gold or platinum. Light color intensity favors those who appreciate subtlety and sophistication rather than intense saturation, and the mixed brilliant cut enhances dispersion while preserving a comfortable depth for secure settings. Value for an educated buyer is driven by the untreated status, the Pakistani origin which is respected for quality beryl, the excellent polish and cutter skill, and the practical 1.74 carat size that allows for high impact in bespoke designs. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind the authenticity and quality of this stone, and we invite serious collectors and jewelers to request additional gemological documentation, angle and detail photography, and consultation on setting recommendations to ensure this heliodor is integrated into a design that both protects and showcases its natural beauty.