6.85 Ct. Bluish Green Prasiolite from Brazil

This exquisite 6.85 carat oval bluish green prasiolite from Brazil is a standout example of quality and aesthetic balance, offered by The Natural Gemstone Company. The stone measures 13.87 x 11.13 x 7.77 mm, and its transparent, faceted body immediately conveys a sense of weight and presence that many comparable stones lack. Cut in a mixed brilliant style, the gem displays intense color intensity and an excellent polish, while its clarity is evaluated as very very slightly included at eye level, which means it appears essentially eye clean to the naked observer. Heat treated for stable and attractive color, this prasiolite presents a vivid bluish green that reads richer and deeper than the typical pale green quartzs you often see in the market, giving it an immediate advantage in face up color, saturation, and overall visual appeal.

The mixed brilliant cut is the reason this prasiolite performs so beautifully under light, and it is the primary differentiator when you compare this gem to other market options. A mixed brilliant cut marries the best attributes of brilliant faceting with precise step and pavilion facets, creating a harmonious balance between flash and depth. The crown facets scatter light into lively flashes of white brilliance and colored fire, while the pavilion facets act like mirrored channels returning light back through the crown with strong, focused brilliance. On oval stones especially, this combination increases the apparent size, enhances the center glow, and controls contrast so that color appears more uniform without becoming washed out. Compared to standard ovals cut only for weight retention or to step cuts that emphasize color at the expense of sparkle, this mixed brilliant prasiolite gives both impressive scintillation and saturated color, producing a lively gem that photographs and performs superbly in jewelry.

When evaluating value and uniqueness, this piece stands out against the common options you will encounter in the marketplace. Many prasiolites and green quartzs are cut thinly to maximize yield from rough material, which reduces brilliance and makes color appear flat under everyday lighting. Others are heavily included or lack a refined polish, which diminishes light return and creates a dull surface appearance. By contrast, this Brazilian prasiolite has been expertly proportioned and polished to achieve an excellent finish, so every facet interacts with light with precision. The clarity, noted as very very slightly included at eye level, means that minor internal features do not interrupt the gem's beauty, and because the cut emphasizes strategic facet placement, those minute inclusions are masked rather than highlighted. Compared to higher priced alternatives like green tourmaline or emerald, this prasiolite offers exceptional face up color and size relative to price, giving you a bold, richly colored option for larger statement rings or pendants without the premium cost associated with rarer green gems. The heat treatment applied is a standard and stable enhancement for prasiolite, used by reputable suppliers to bring out a deeper bluish green that remains permanent under normal wear, and it is a preferable enhancement to unstable dyes or coatings that other sellers sometimes use.

Choosing this prasiolite from The Natural Gemstone Company means selecting a stone that has been cut with an eye toward optical performance, long term wearability, and real world beauty. The mix of brilliant and strategic pavilion cutting produces superior light return and scintillation, the intense color and excellent polish give it a luxury appearance, and the eye level clarity preserves a clean visual field for the color to express itself fully. For jewelers seeking a commanding center stone, or for collectors who prioritize the best balance of size, color, and sparkle, this 6.85 carat oval bluish green prasiolite represents a smart and distinctive choice. Contact The Natural Gemstone Company for more details, to request in hand photos under different lighting, or to discuss mounting options and matching stones, and let us help you turn this exceptional prasiolite into a piece of jewelry that showcases its cut, color, and clarity to their fullest advantage.