19.22 Ct. Cabochon Moonstone from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

Imagine a single moonlit moment captured in stone, a warm whisper of earth and sky held within a cabochon of soft brown, glowing from the inside like a secret kept by the night, this is the feeling that greets you when you behold the 19.22 carat oval moonstone offered by The Natural Gemstone Company. Measured at 19.30 x 12.02 x 11.13 mm, its oval silhouette is generous and graceful, a shape that invites the eye to travel along gentle curves, to linger on the polished dome where light gathers and breathes. The translucence of this gem allows a subtle inner luminosity to emerge, a glow that is neither harsh nor faint, but balanced and serene. As a salesperson steeped in the language of gemstones, I see more than numbers and facts, I see the way this stone takes on the warmth of your skin, the way it will soften the edges of an evening gown, the way it will feel like a quiet vow when slipped into a ring or set into a pendant.

There is a science to its charm as well as poetry, and those details only deepen its appeal. This moonstone is cabochon cut, a choice that honors the classic essence of moonstone by presenting a smooth dome that showcases its internal sheen with effortless elegance. Its clarity grade is very very slightly included as evaluated at eye level, which means that to the naked eye it appears wonderfully clean, with only the most delicate traces upon close inspection under magnification, traces that do nothing to disturb its luminous heart. The color intensity is medium, a warm brown that reads as both earthy and ethereal, sitting between soft caramel and a gentle biscuit tone, a color that pairs beautifully with both warm and cool metal finishes. The polish has been judged excellent, every curve refined until the surface mirrors light with a glassy, inviting smoothness. Importantly, this stone bears no enhancement, it is an honest treasure from the earth, untouched and true. Its origin, Ceylon Sri Lanka, gives it a provenance steeped in history and reverence, a land known for producing gemstones that marry quality with soulful character.

Consider the ways this moonstone could become a part of your story, how its gentle glow could mark a promise or commemorate an anniversary, the stone becoming a vessel for memory and meaning. In an engagement ring this oval cabochon would read as quietly regal, a calm center of gravity that draws attention without demanding it, ideal for a wearer who cherishes subtlety and depth. As a pendant it would swing and catch light with each breath, reflecting a warm, constant glow against the skin. For a bespoke design, imagine a fine bezel of 18 carat yellow gold embracing the stone, the metal warming the brown tones and enhancing the stone's inner light, or picture a cooler frame of white gold or platinum, where the soft contrast will make the moonstone seem like a lantern lit from within. The stone’s medium color intensity gives designers latitude, as it complements diamonds set as accents, as well as colored gemstones like cognac sapphires or champagne diamonds, pieces that can surround the moonstone like a constellation.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we understand that a gemstone is more than its specs, it is a companion to moments you will carry, which is why we share this moonstone with a reverence for its origin and integrity. Sourced from Ceylon Sri Lanka, this gem has been selected for its natural character, its lack of enhancement, and its exceptional polish. We can advise on settings that protect the laded dome of the cabochon, guiding you toward protective bezels or low profile prongs that keep the stone secure while allowing its face to meet light. Caring for this moonstone is gentle work, it prefers soft cloths and mild soap, it should be kept from sharp knocks and from harsh chemical cleaners, as the surface is polished but still benefits from mindful wear. If you seek a piece to pass down, a stone that will soften with the story of its wearer yet retain the luminous soul you first loved, this 19.22 carat oval brown moonstone is an invitation to create that heirloom. Allow The Natural Gemstone Company to walk with you through design choices, provenance questions, and the thoughtful stewardship of your gem, so that when you finally gift or receive this stone, it will feel as inevitable as a line from a poem, as certain as the moon itself.