25.62 Ct. Cabochon Moonstone from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the moment a pocket of feldspar pulses deep beneath the soil of Ceylon Sri Lanka, a quiet story begins. Small teams of local miners, guided by knowledge passed down through generations, coax peach moonstone from veins hidden in weathered rock, working with patient hands and careful eyes. The rough material arrives at our attention with the soft, pearly promise that moonstones are known for, a promise that is rooted in the island itself, where the mineral has been admired and used in jewelry for centuries. At The Natural Gemstone Company we honor that lineage by tracing each stone to its place of origin, by understanding the conditions that formed it, and by respecting the people whose labor brings it to light. For this particular gem the journey is one of subtlety and restraint, it is not a shout of color, but a quiet glow, a peach tone born of trace elements and crystal structure, carried through time from the heart of Ceylon to our workshop.

In the studio the story continues, shaped by the hands of experienced cutters who know that peach moonstone reveals its character only when treated with care. This piece weighs 25.62 carat, and it was fashioned into an oval cabochon to best display the stone body and surface sheen. Its dimensions are 20.78 x 13.59 x 12.02 mm, a substantial size that translates into presence when set in jewelry, and yet it retains an intimate, wearable quality. The gem is translucent with a medium color intensity, its surface finished to an excellent polish that allows light to pass and reflect in gentle waves. The clarity grade is eye clean when evaluated at eye level, which means that when you hold it in hand you see the serene interior without visible inclusions disrupting the flow. There has been no enhancement, so what you see is a natural expression of the mineral itself, untouched by heating or diffusion. The cabochon cut was chosen not only for its classic elegance, but because it celebrates the unique optical effects of moonstone, turning the stone into a companion for both everyday wear and special designs.

Beyond the technical attributes this peach moonstone carries cultural resonance and wearable poetry. In Sri Lankan tradition moonstones are often linked with the cycles of the moon, with protection during travel, and with the soft glow of dawn. The peach hue adds warmth to those associations, suggesting comfort, gentle joy, and a quiet confidence. When set as a ring pendant or brooch this 25.62 carat oval will act as a talisman that is both modern and timeless, its oval silhouette echoing the lunar curve while its cabochon dome invites touch and reflection. At The Natural Gemstone Company we imagine this gem finding a home in pieces that respect its origin and its story, designs that allow the stone to speak rather than overshadow it. We also encourage simple care, for moonstone responds best to gentle cleaning with mild soap and water, and should be kept away from prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals and extreme heat, so the polish and translucence remain as they are today.

If you wish to bring this peach moonstone into your collection we are here to guide you through setting ideas and design possibilities, and to provide any additional information you may need about provenance and handling. This stone stands as a testament to patient craftsmanship and natural beauty, a connection between Sri Lankan earth and the human impulse to create something meaningful. When you choose this gem you are choosing a piece that began as a quiet shimmer within rock, that traveled through practiced hands and thoughtful shaping, and that now awaits a new chapter in a piece of jewelry where its soft glow will continue to tell its story.