3.44 Ct. White Cabochon Moonstone from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This translucent white moonstone weighs 3.44 carats, and measures 12.40 x 9.01 x 4.68 mm, presented in a classic oval cabochon cut that is ideal for maximizing adularescence. The clarity grade is very slightly included evaluated at eye level, which means that minor internal features are present but do not detract from the gem quality when viewed in typical jewelry settings. Color intensity is near colorless, which allows the soft blue white sheen to read clearly against most metals, and the piece displays an excellent polish that enhances its silky surface and luminous glow. There has been no enhancement performed on this stone, and its origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a well regarded source known for producing clean, finely translucent moonstones. For the discerning buyer, this stone combines desirable technical attributes, such as a well balanced carat weight for substantial presence, a cabochon shape that is the traditional and most effective cut for moonstone, and a clarity that balances visual purity with natural character. The Mohs hardness of moonstone is commonly in the 6.0 to 6.5 range, so careful setting and protective design choices are recommended for everyday wear, and The Natural Gemstone Company can advise on mounting options that preserve the stone while showcasing its adularescence.

This moonstone tells a gentle romantic story, its near colorless body and translucent clarity recalling moonlight reflected on calm water, a quiet promise shared between two people beneath a night sky. The very slightly included character reads as traces of real life, like faint constellations of memory that remain visible upon closer inspection, and that quality can be meaningful to an educated buyer who values authenticity over perfection. Imagine a custom ring that catches a first kiss, or a pendant that becomes an heirloom, each occasion made more intimate by the stone origin in Ceylon, a place with a long history of gem cutting and trade. The cabochon form allows the adularescence to glide across the surface as the piece moves, creating a living flash that seems to breathe, and the excellent polish ensures that light plays on the surface without interruption. At The Natural Gemstone Company we present this moonstone with full disclosure of its measurements, weight, clarity, and origin, and we stand ready to assist with design and setting advice so that this luminous gem becomes a lasting, romantic centerpiece in your jewelry collection.