14.89 Ct. Cabochon Moonstone from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exquisite 14.89 carat white moonstone from The Natural Gemstone Company embarks on a captivating journey that begins in the rich geological landscape of Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka. Renowned for its pristine gem deposits, Ceylon is the birthplace of this remarkable stone. The moonstone’s story starts deep within the ancient soil, where tectonic movements and time-honed metamorphic processes intervene, creating a natural wonder renowned for its mystical properties. This gem, with its dimensions of 16.76 x 10.88 x 10.95 mm, encapsulates timeless beauty, unearthed with care and precision to retain its natural translucency and captivating sheen.

Upon extraction, the moonstone reveals its alluring near colorless hue, with the faintest whisper of ethereal blues that characterize the finest of their kind. Its journey continues at the expert hands of dedicated artisans, who appreciate the intricacies involved in crafting such a gemstone. Renowned for its cabochon cut, this moonstone's smooth, polished surface enhances its adularescent quality. This adularescence is a term used to describe the mesmerizing glow or sheen that seems to float beneath the stone’s surface. The cabochon cut, specifically chosen for this moonstone, allows this optical phenomenon to be fully appreciated, captivating the admirer with its serene glow.

With a clarity grade listed as very slightly included, the moonstone features minimal inclusions, visible only under close scrutiny, ensuring that its natural beauty remains undistracted. The untreated nature of this stone, testified by the absence of any enhancements, speaks volumes of the unadulterated skill involved in enhancing its innate sparkle. The polishing process employed by The Natural Gemstone Company achieves a level of excellence that ensures the moonstone shimmers with sophistication. This careful attention to detail guarantees that the stone maintains its splendid allure, a testament to the extraordinary crafting techniques honed by generations.

The wondrous journey of this white moonstone concludes as it graces our showroom, ready to captivate discerning buyers who value the confluence of natural splendor and human artistry. This transparent window into ancient geological and artistic traditions awaits to adorn those who appreciate its subtle elegance and storied origins. By choosing a moonstone from The Natural Gemstone Company, you become part of its enduring legacy, cherishing a piece of nature's art adorned with historical essence and brought to life by skilled craftsmanship.