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0.30 Ct. Moonstone from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)
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Item ID: | K4242 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 5.71 Width: 3.54 Height: 2.75 |
Weight: | 0.30 Ct. |
Color: help | White |
Color intensity: help | Near Colorless |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Pear |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Ceylon (Sri Lanka) |
Per carat price: help | $500 |
This exquisite moonstone is a notable addition to any gemstone collection, showcasing a semi-transparent appearance that unveils its ethereal beauty. Weighing 0.30 carats, this pear-shaped gemstone measures 5.71 by 3.54 by 2.75 mm, demonstrating its delicate yet impactful presence. The mixed brilliant cut enhances its ability to reflect light, resulting in a captivating play of colors that dance across its surface. The clarity grade, evaluated at eye level, is very slightly included, which means minor inclusions that do not detract from its beauty and are barely visible to the naked eye. This near-colorless moonstone offers subtlety in its color intensity, making it highly adaptable to various styles and settings. Its excellent polish ensures a smooth, lustrous surface that enhances both brilliance and elegance. Originating from Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka, this moonstone carries with it a rich heritage in gemstone mining, known for producing some of the world's finest gems. What makes this moonstone particularly desirable to connoisseurs is its untreated nature, implying that the gem has not undergone any artificial enhancements, maintaining its natural purity and rarity. Natural gemstones are preferred among educated buyers because they signify authenticity, longevity, and an untouched allure that few treated stones can match. Thus, this moonstone is not just a gem, but a beautiful testament to nature’s artistry and a valuable asset for any educated and discerning buyer.