5.81 Ct. Cabochon Moonstone from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the moment this moonstone was born deep within the ancient rocks of Ceylon, its story began as a slow dance of heat and pressure that coaxed feldspar crystals into delicate layers, each layer waiting to capture light and memory. Miners working narrow crevices and alluvial deposits in Sri Lanka carefully gathered the rough material by hand, recognizing early the promise of a gem that would carry both subtlety and presence. The land itself lends a calm and patient character to the stones it yields, and this particular grey moonstone carries that sense of quiet origin. At The Natural Gemstone Company we honor those early moments, tracing provenance from the mountain and river beds where the stone first saw daylight through every step of our process. The journey from raw mineral to polished gem is a shared story between the earth and the craftsman, and we invite you to imagine the sun and rain that shaped this piece, the hands that found it, and the generations of skill that led to its selection.

This moonstone is a translucent 5.81 carat oval, with precise dimensions of 13.80 x 8.66 x 6.52 mm, cut as a classic cabochon to showcase its inner glow and movement. Evaluated at eye level the clarity grade is very slightly included, a natural testimony to its earth formed character. The color intensity is very light, offering a soft grey presence that adapts to ambient light, and the polish is excellent, creating smooth, reflective planes that allow the adularescent shimmer to breathe. There has been no enhancement, preserving the original integrity of the gem and its story. When you turn the stone, you will notice how light skims across the surface, revealing subtle flashes that shift with motion and mood. The oval cabochon shape is both elegant and versatile, allowing the gem to become a centerpiece in a ring, a pendant, or a bespoke piece that highlights the gentle optical effects unique to moonstone. Every measurement and descriptive attribute confirms the careful assessment and respect we give to natural gems at The Natural Gemstone Company.

Hand cutting and polishing this moonstone required a delicate balance of technique and intuition. Expert cutters selected the orientation that best displayed the stone s layered structure, shaping the cabochon to a smooth dome that encourages light to travel within and return as a milky shimmer. The very slightly included nature of the gem added character, and rather than obscuring beauty, those tiny internal features anchor the stone in natural authenticity, each inclusion a fingerprint of geological time. In crafting the final piece, artisans paid close attention to symmetry and thickness, maintaining the proper proportions so that the gem sits comfortably in a setting while still allowing optical play. Designers often choose warm metals like rose gold or cool metals like sterling silver to complement the grey tones, and the stone adapts gracefully to minimalist modern designs as well as vintage inspired settings. Culturally moonstone has held a revered place in Sri Lankan tradition and in many cultures around the world, regarded as a talisman for intuition, calm, and new beginnings. Wearing a moonstone brings a sense of connection to cycles and to the slow processes of nature that produced it, a poetic complement to its physical beauty.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we stand behind the provenance and the natural state of this moonstone, offering a gem that is unchanged by treatment and true to its Ceylon origin. Collectors and designers will appreciate the combination of notable carat weight, refined cabochon cutting, and the natural, very light grey tonality that makes this stone versatile for creative applications. To care for the gem we recommend gentle cleaning with warm soapy water and a soft brush, avoiding sudden temperature changes and harsh chemicals to preserve its surface and internal glow. Whether you are imagining this moonstone as a single statement ring, a delicate pendant, or a custom commission that highlights its soulful shimmer, it arrives ready to be set and to carry your own personal story. We invite you to reach out to The Natural Gemstone Company for further details, imagery, or to discuss bespoke mounting options, and to let this Ceylon moonstone continue its journey into your life as a quiet, luminous companion.