7.59 Ct. Cabochon Moonstone from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the highland rivers of Ceylon Sri Lanka where ancient geological forces folded and cooled the earth, this moonstone began its long slow journey. For millions of years plagioclase feldspar layers formed and separated into the thin lamellae that give moonstone its unique inner shimmer. Local miners working small scale pits and creek beds have for generations collected these rough nodules, reading the landscape with an intimacy born of family trade. In those humid hills the stone is born of time and patience, bearing within it the echoes of tropical storms and the quiet of monsoon nights. Each rough piece that finds its way to a cutter tells a story of place, and this particular brown moonstone carries the warm tones of Sri Lankan soils and the soft echo of moonlight filtered through cloud.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we select only those specimens that tell the clearest stories, and this one immediately spoke to us. It is a beautiful translucent 7.59 carat oval shape brown moonstone, measured at 13.32 by 10.34 by 7.48 mm, given a cabochon cut to honor the gem family tradition that best reveals moonstones inner play of light. Its clarity is graded very slightly included evaluated at eye level, which means the stone shows only the most minimal of natural inclusions when viewed with the naked eye, and those markings serve as quiet reminders of its earth born origin. The color intensity is noted as intense, a warm brown that shifts in different lights from a gentle taupe to a richer caramel, while an excellent polish gives the surface a glass like smoothness that invites touch. Enhancement no enhancement. Origin Ceylon Sri Lanka. The care that goes into selection and cutting is meant to preserve each stone authenticity, so that what arrives in your hands is as close as possible to what the earth intended.

The crafting process that transformed the rough from a creek bed into the polished cabochon that you see is a conversation between stone and hand. Cutters first studied the rough to determine the best orientation that would maximize the internal sheen and maintain the natural translucence. The oval cabochon shape was chosen to follow the stone natural contours, allowing light to slide across the dome and reveal the inner glow that makes moonstone so evocative. Skilled technicians removed exterior flaws with gentle abrasion then shaped and smoothed the surface through progressive grits until an excellent polish was achieved, a finish that reflects light in soft patches rather than sharp flashes. This approach preserves the stone character, and the result is a gem that feels organic and alive when set into jewelry. Designers often pair brown moonstone with warm metals like yellow gold or rose gold to enhance the stone earthy hues, or allow a contrast with cool metals to emphasize the subtle lunar glow. The dimensions and weight make this stone ideal for a statement ring or a pendant centerpiece, where the cabochon dome can be admired from multiple angles as it catches ambient light.

When you choose this moonstone from The Natural Gemstone Company you are taking home more than a gem, you are becoming steward of a small piece of Ceylon history. We trace provenance through trusted local partners who respect community traditions and small scale miners, and we document the stone characteristics so that what you see is what you receive. This brown moonstone asks for a gentle setting and thoughtful wear, it rewards designs that allow the dome to sit proud and be visible, and it pairs beautifully with simple bezels or artisan wire work that celebrates its natural form. If you are imagining a bespoke setting our team can advise on proportions and mounting styles to preserve the cabochon silhouette while ensuring secure wear. Hold this stone in hand and you will feel the culmination of earth pressure, human skill, and careful stewardship that created its polished surface, a quiet companion that carries the light of an island night and the dedication of those who shaped it.