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6.06 Ct. Bluish Green Prasiolite from Brazil
This loose stone ships by Sep 5
Item ID: | K29237 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 12.71 Width: 10.03 Height: 6.65 |
Weight: | 6.06 Ct. |
Color: help | Bluish Green |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Emerald Cut |
Cut: | Emerald Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Brazil |
Per carat price: help | $20 |
If you are searching for a singular centerpiece that balances everyday durability with museum quality beauty, this 6.06 carat bluish green prasiolite from The Natural Gemstone Company answers that need with confidence. This transparent prasiolite is expertly faceted into a classic emerald cut, measuring 12.71 by 10.03 by 6.65 millimeters, offering a generous face up size that commands attention without overpowering a refined setting. The intense color intensity and excellent polish produce a luminous table and vivid depth to the bluish green tone, while the origin in Brazil speaks to its fine natural provenance. Heat treated to stabilize and enhance the green hue, this gem arrives ready to be set into an engagement ring, an heirloom style cocktail ring, or a bespoke pendant, fulfilling the desire for something both rare and wearable.
For those who prioritize clarity and light performance, this prasiolite is graded very very slightly included at eye level, meaning the stone presents with remarkable visual purity to the unaided eye. The emerald cut offers elegant step facets that emphasize color saturation and create a hall of mirrors effect along the long facets, producing sophisticated flashes and serene internal reflections. With an excellent polish, each facet edge is crisp, allowing light to travel cleanly through the stone and return a cool, refined sparkle. Whether you are a collector seeking a unique addition, or a couple looking for an unconventional engagement gem, the precise dimensions and balanced proportions make this gem versatile for various settings, and the visual weight of 6.06 carats makes a strong style statement while remaining comfortable to wear.
Durability is often a key concern when choosing a non traditional engagement stone, and it is important to compare hardness on the Mohs scale to understand long term wearability. Prasiolite is a variety of quartz, which rates at 7 on the Mohs hardness scale. To put that into context, diamond is 10, corundum varieties such as sapphire and ruby are 9, and topaz is 8, while common glass measures near 5.5. A Mohs hardness of 7 means this prasiolite resists scratches from many everyday materials, and it is substantially more scratch resistant than materials like glass or organic gems. That makes it a practical choice for rings and daily jewelry, provided basic care is observed. The generous depth of 6.65 millimeters and the well executed cut reduce vulnerability to edge chipping, but like all gemstones it will benefit from protective settings such as low profile bezels or secure prong work that shield the girdle and corners. For cleaning, we recommend warm soapy water and a soft brush, avoiding harsh chemicals and extreme temperature shocks, which preserves both the stone and its heat treatment. For customers seeking the greatest peace of mind, our gem specialists at The Natural Gemstone Company are happy to advise on setting styles that maximize both security and showmanship.
Your search for a balanced, beautiful, and durable green gem can conclude with this exceptional prasiolite, offered by The Natural Gemstone Company with full attention to provenance and presentation. The combination of an emerald cut that flatters the bluish green color, a clarity that reads as eye clean, an excellent polish, and a practical Mohs hardness of 7 creates a gem that suits romantic milestones, bespoke commissions, and refined collections alike. If you envision this piece as the heart of an engagement ring, a striking cocktail ring, or a cherished pendant, we can assist with mounting recommendations, custom designs, and professional setting to ensure the stone performs beautifully every day. Reach out to us and let our team help you finalize a setting that protects this gem while showcasing its intense color and graceful geometry, so that your search ends with a confident yes, and this prasiolite becomes the timeless piece you will enjoy for a lifetime.

























