18.72 Ct. Cabochon Moonstone from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exceptional peach moonstone offered by The Natural Gemstone Company stands out the moment you consider its size, origin, and natural condition, it is an 18.72 carat oval cabochon measuring 19.98 by 15.78 by 7.72 millimeters, semi translucent with a very light peach tone, a clarity graded as very slightly included when viewed at eye level, an excellent polish, and no enhancement, the combination of these attributes places it well above the many smaller, heavily included, or treated moonstones commonly found on the market, whereas many suppliers offer commercial pieces that are either visibly dyed to exaggerate color, glass or resin filled to hide clarity issues, or heat treated to shift hue, this Ceylon origin moonstone remains wholly natural and stable, and that purity of origin and treatment status is a decisive advantage for collectors and jewelers seeking authenticity and long term value, the oval cabochon shape and substantial proportions give this piece a strong presence, making it an immediate focal point for a pendant or a statement ring.

When comparing quality attributes, the semi translucency and the cabochon cut are deliberate choices that maximize the subtle adularescence and internal glow that real moonstone is prized for, many faceted substitutes or lower grade material sacrifice that ethereal sheen in favor of surface sparkle, this stone retains a soft luminous quality that reads as warm and elegant against a variety of metals, the very slightly included clarity grade means that under normal viewing conditions the face up appearance is clean and unobstructed, unlike the more common pieces that show cloudiness, large internal fractures, or surface-reaching inclusions that interrupt the shimmer, the excellent polish enhances the tactile smoothness and reflective finish so that light plays across the dome uniformly, and because this piece is from Ceylon Sri Lanka it exhibits the creamy, refined coloration and clarity that discriminating buyers often seek, in short this moonstone delivers the visual serenity of high end material while avoiding the premium markup associated with treated or rare color varieties that do not offer the same natural appeal.

From a value and practical perspective this moonstone outperforms many alternatives in both purchase rationale and design versatility, relative to other gems in the same size category such as topaz or quartz this moonstone provides a unique optical phenomenon rather than merely color or brilliance, that uniqueness elevates jewelry designs without demanding the price of high index gemstones, furthermore because the stone is untreated and unenhanced its appearance will remain consistent over time and it is free from concerns about fading, dye migration, or stability of filling materials, for wearable applications consider a protective bezel or lower profile prong setting if used in a ring given moonstone s moderate hardness, for pendants and earrings the stone s size and cabochon profile make it ideal for designs that showcase the moonlike glow, and because it measures nearly 20 by 16 millimeters it reads larger on the finger or chest than many smaller commercial moonstones, this means an immediate visual impact and a piece that will be noticed and appreciated for its natural beauty and honest presentation.

If you are deciding between this piece and other market options consider three simple differentiators, first the natural untreated status and Ceylon provenance, second the large carat weight combined with clean face up appearance and superior polish, third the cabochon shape and semi translucent body that deliver genuine adularescence rather than an artificial sheen, at The Natural Gemstone Company we curate stones with these qualities because they represent the best long term value for both designers and collectors, if you would like additional images under different lighting or advice on settings and pricing I will be happy to assist you, this moonstone is a rare opportunity to acquire a naturally beautiful, substantial, and well finished gem that will elevate any fine jewelry creation.