10.88 Ct. Cabochon Moonstone from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the misted highlands of Ceylon, where ancient rivers carve the earth and light pours through tropical skies, this white moonstone began its long journey. Mined with care from Sri Lankan deposits known for producing clean, translucent feldspar, the rough crystal showed early promise in its soft, moonlit glow. Skilled hands selected a single piece that would become this exceptional 10.88 carat oval, mindful of its natural orientation and internal structure. The cutter allowed the stone to guide the shape, following the grain to reveal a smooth cabochon dome that enhances the stone s subtle adularescence, while preserving its near colorless body. At 14.54 by 13.28 by 6.99 millimeters, the proportions were chosen to balance presence and wearability, resulting in a gem that reads as elegant and serene, with a tactile weight that reassures the wearer of its authenticity.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we finished this moonstone with an excellent polish that brightens its silk like surface, and a clarity grade of very slightly included as evaluated at eye level ensures character without distraction, while the unenhanced nature of the gem affirms its natural origin. The final piece is a study in quiet refinement, its translucent depths catching diffuse light and offering a soft inner glow useful for both contemporary and classic settings. This moonstone invites design conversations from simple solitaire bezels to intricate halo creations, and it rewards thoughtful mounting with a steady play of light. For collectors it represents a responsibly sourced example from Sri Lanka, and for those who choose it as a personal talisman it carries the narrative of place and craft, from the mine through meticulous cutting to a finished cabochon ready for everyday wear. If you would like details on potential settings, care recommendations, or high resolution images for design planning, we at The Natural Gemstone Company are ready to guide you through every step.