1.42 Ct. Moonstone from Madagascar

A rare opportunity to own a truly exceptional rainbow moonstone, this semi transparent oval weighs 1.42 carats, a weight that immediately signals its presence and value, while remaining in a range that is remarkably scarce for high quality stones from Madagascar. The gem measures 8.28 by 6.34 by 5.37 mm, an elegant size that sits beautifully in refined jewelry, and it has been given a mixed brilliant cut to maximize internal fire and subtle play of light. Very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, the stone retains a clear, inviting field of transparency, and the light color intensity allows adularescence to come forward without overwhelming the soft, ethereal body tone. With an excellent polish and no enhancement, this moonstone is offered in its natural, original state, a quality that discerning collectors prize above all, and a quality that underscores its rarity.

The 1.42 carat weight is central to the value and allure of this piece, it is the defining measure that elevates it from a pretty specimen to a collectible treasure. In moonstones, weight and size are not merely numbers, they are the gateway to scale and presence, they determine how the optical phenomenon reveals itself across the surface, and they influence market scarcity in meaningful ways. Stones approaching and exceeding the one carat mark, while retaining semi transparency and fine clarity, are significantly less common than smaller cabochons, and the mixed brilliant faceting on this oval enhances every fraction of that carat weight by dispersing light through carefully cut facets. The result is a gem that reads larger than its dimensions suggest, one that catches and carries a soft blue flash and a spectrum of subtle colors with movement, without sacrificing the delicate, moonlit purity collectors seek. Because this piece is untreated, the 1.42 carat weight becomes an honest testament to natural formation, elevating provenance and desirability for someone who values authenticity as much as beauty.

Provenance from Madagascar adds another layer of exclusivity, as the island is renowned for producing moonstones with a uniquely refined adularescence and an appealing balance of body tone and light play. Each facet and inclusion tells a story of geological time, and because this stone is offered unenhanced, you are invited to own that story in its original form. The Natural Gemstone Company has selected this oval as part of a very limited offering, we curate only a small number of such stones at any time, and this one stands out for its harmonious combination of weight, cut, clarity, and polish. Owning this moonstone signals membership in a circle of collectors who seek pieces that are both uncommon and eminently wearable, a gem that can be set into a bespoke design or kept as a centerpiece of a curated collection. For those who understand that carat weight is more than a statistic, it is a measure of presence and rarity, this 1.42 carat Madagascar moonstone represents a rare synthesis of scale and refinement, waiting to be claimed by someone who appreciates the privilege of owning a naturally perfect moment in mineral form.