11.01 Ct. Cabochon Moonstone from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One beautiful translucent 11.01 carat oval shape peach moonstone from Ceylon Sri Lanka awaits in a cabochon cut that honors both the gem and centuries of tradition, the measured dimensions are 12.79 x 12.33 x 9.37 mm, clarity is graded eye clean at ordinary viewing distance, color intensity reads medium light revealing a warm, gentle peach that breathes with the stone, polish is excellent and the surface gleams like a small moonlit pond, enhancement is none, this gem arrives to you in wholly natural form, and its origin from Ceylon places it in a lineage of moonstones prized by connoisseurs for their purity and charm, The Natural Gemstone Company is proud to present this piece as an invitation to own a gem that is both authentically natural and carefully prepared for fine jewelry settings.

Moonstone carries a storied past that threads through the lives of many cultures, ancient Greeks and Romans believed moonstone was formed from moonlight, in South and Southeast Asia moonstone has been associated with lovers protection and good fortune, the soft, pearly shimmer known technically as adularescence has fascinated jewelers for centuries and best reveals itself in the smooth, domed silhouette of a cabochon, an oval cabochon such as this one recalls heirloom jewels and antique signet forms, it suggests a classic setting where the light play can be admired without interruption, choosing a cabochon cut is a deliberate nod to history, a choice that elevates the gem from mere ornament to a talisman with a quiet, enduring presence.

For designers and collectors who favor pieces that strike a balance between restraint and luxury, this peach moonstone offers many timeless options, warm metals intensify its peach undertone, rose gold provides a romantic frame, yellow gold emphasizes warmth and legacy, white gold or platinum will present the gem as a refined focal point, bezel settings deliver protection and a vintage silhouette, open prong or halo arrangements allow more light interaction and can enhance perceived size while a delicate diamond halo will add classical sparkle without overshadowing the moonstone, because the gem is eye clean and well polished its surface invites close inspection and intimate wear, a cabochon of 12.79 by 12.33 mm sits comfortably as a prominent ring center or an elegant pendant, for those commissioning bespoke work The Natural Gemstone Company can recommend proportions and settings that preserve the gem s adularescent glow while ensuring daily wearability and long term preservation.

Caring for this natural peach moonstone is simple and respectful of tradition, avoid exposure to harsh chemicals and prolonged heat, clean gently with warm water and mild soap and a soft cloth, refrain from ultrasonic cleaners and steam, store the moonstone separately from harder gems to protect its polished dome, because there is no enhancement to this stone its natural state is paramount and its provenance from Ceylon adds both story and verifiable origin to its appeal, when you choose this moonstone you are selecting more than a gem, you are choosing a piece of geological and cultural history offered with the assurance of quality and ethical sourcing, The Natural Gemstone Company stands ready to advise on mounting options, to provide additional imagery and measurements, and to assist in creating a legacy piece that will pass comfortably from one generation to the next, this peach moonstone is a celebration of light, of lineage, and of timeless design.