22.12 Ct. Cabochon Moonstone from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the ancient alluvial terraces and hidden pockets of Ceylon, this brown moonstone began its journey as a quiet, patient formation of feldspar, shaped by slow cooling and the gentle pressures of the earth. Miners in Sri Lanka recognized its subtle glow and carefully extracted it from the river gravels, passing each find by hand to be cleaned and assessed. At The Natural Gemstone Company we cherish that beginning, and we allow the stone to speak for itself, retaining its natural character with no enhancement. The result is a translucent, oval shape moonstone weighing 22.12 carats, with dimensions 22.59 x 12.89 x 10.07 mm, cut as a cabochon to honor the gem's inner play. Evaluated at eye level, the clarity is very very slightly included, the color intensity is vivid, and the polish is excellent, creating a tactile surface that gently reveals the stone's subtle adularescence as it moves, and a warm brown tone that feels both earthy and refined.

In the workshop the cabochon cut was chosen to amplify the stone's natural story, to smooth and round the surface so that every turn catches the light and draws the gaze inward. This moonstone needs no modification, no treatments, only a setting that respects its provenance and personality. Visualize it as the centerpiece of a bespoke pendant that frames its 22.12 carat presence, or as a statement ring where its oval silhouette sits comfortably against the hand, both settings celebrating its size and proportions. Practical care is simple, treating the stone with gentle cleaning and thoughtful wear to preserve the excellent polish. When you choose this gem through The Natural Gemstone Company you are taking home a single, honest piece of Ceylon earth, a stone that carries geological time and human craft together, ready to become an heirloom that continues its journey in your life.