9.48 Ct. Prasiolite from Brazil

There is a rare comfort in stones that carry both history and quiet modernity, and this transparent green prasiolite of 9.48 carats embodies that balance, a piece that feels simultaneously ancient and newly discovered. Cut in a radiant shape with dimensions of 12.94 x 12.92 x 9.78 mm, its faceting pattern captures light with a calm green glow that speaks of forests and old world gardens. The eye clean clarity, judged at eye level, allows the internal dance of light and color to unfold without obstruction, while the medium color intensity gives the gem a versatile presence, able to sit gently understated for daytime wear and to sing softly for evening appointments. With an excellent polish the stone presents crisp facet reflections that honor traditional lapidary craft, and the gentle green tone, produced by responsible heat treatment, aligns this gem with the long lineage of green quartz variants that jewelers and collectors have admired through the ages.

Beyond its visual appeal, this prasiolite is a practical choice for the person who intends to wear their jewelry often, without reserve. As a form of quartz, prasiolite carries a hardness of seven on the Mohs scale, a level that offers robust resistance to everyday scratches and abrasion, which makes it suitable for rings, pendants, and other pieces that face daily life. The radiant cut contributes to durability, the trimmed corners and balanced facet geometry helping to reduce the vulnerability of pointy edges while maximizing return of light from within the gem. The stone is transparent, eye clean, and supplied with an excellent polish, details that not only enhance its beauty but also reduce the risk of dirt accumulation in surface irregularities, a practical advantage for something worn frequently. While this prasiolite has been enhanced through controlled heat treatment to achieve its lovely green, the treatment is stable under normal wear, and with sensible precautions, the gem will retain its appearance and structural integrity for many years.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we value provenance and transparency as much as beauty, and this prasiolite traces back to Brazil, a region renowned for producing fine quartz material and for a tradition of careful, skilled cutting. The origin and treatment are disclosed openly to honor the trust of collectors and to preserve the stone as a worthy heirloom. Set in a classic bezel or a refined four prong mounting, this gem will wear well and become part of a personal story that echoes classical jewelry forms while remaining fresh and wearable today. For care, we recommend avoiding harsh chemicals and extended exposure to extreme heat, cleansing the stone gently with warm soapy water and a soft brush, and storing it separately from harder gemstones to minimize incidental abrasion. With considered setting choices and straightforward care, this radiant green prasiolite has the poise and the durability to be enjoyed daily, and to be passed down as a piece that honors both the past and the future.