10.65 Ct. Rose Quartz from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This specimen is a transparent, radiant shaped rose quartz weighing 10.65 carats, with precise dimensions of 15.53 millimeters by 13.42 millimeters by 9.02 millimeters. The gem has been cut in a radiant style to marry the geometric stability of a step outline with the light performance of multiple brilliant facets. The pavilion and crown have been balanced to create a depth that is approximately 62.3 percent relative to the mean of length and width, a proportion that optimizes light return for stones in this color and material range. The radiant cut used here incorporates truncated corners and a complex facet architecture that disperses incident light across numerous small facet planes, producing a soft, even scintillation rather than the high contrast flashes seen in harder, more refractive gems. The dimensions and table area provide a substantial visual face up size for ring and pendant settings, while the facet geometry preserves a generous pavilion volume for durable mounting. The clarity profile and facet junctions indicate a cutter with an eye for yield and performance, minimizing material loss while achieving crisp facet intersections and even symmetry.

Optically, the rose quartz displays a pinkish purple hue with a faint color intensity that reads soft and pastel under natural daylight. The color is evenly distributed and benefits from the radiant faceting to present a gentle wash of color with areas of stronger saturation at certain facet junctions when viewed off axis. Clarity is described as very very slightly included at eye level, meaning the stone is effectively eye clean with only minor internal features that do not detract from the overall transparency or light transmission. These inclusions are characteristic of natural rose quartz and are typically fine, often appearing as wisps or tiny crystals that can actually enhance the stone s internal character without affecting durability. The polish is evaluated as excellent, the facet surfaces are mirror clean, the girdle treatment is consistent, and there is no evidence of surface reaching or deterioration. Importantly, the stone has undergone no enhancement, no dyeing, no irradiation, and no heating, preserving the natural optical and structural properties inherent to the material.

From an ethical sourcing perspective, this rose quartz originates from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a region with a long history of artisanal gem mining and a well established network for traceability. At The Natural Gemstone Company we prioritize provenance documentation and work with suppliers who adhere to fair labor standards and environmentally conscious extraction methods. The stone s lack of enhancement simplifies provenance disclosure and reduces the need for chemical or thermal processing, which in turn reduces environmental impact. Our partners in Sri Lanka are selected for responsible land management practices, for small scale mining techniques designed to minimize topsoil disruption, and for transparent wage practices that support local communities. We also engage independent gemological verification where requested to corroborate origin claims, and we maintain photographic and transactional records to assist clients who require chain of custody for ethical or retail compliance.

For collectors or designers seeking to build a mindful, cohesive jewelry collection, this rose quartz pairs exceptionally well with white opal components. White Opal, defined by a pale to milky body tone often exhibiting subtle play of color, provides a complementary tonal contrast to the faint pinkish purple of this quartz. The interplay between the rose quartz s soft pastel saturation and the opal s luminescent body creates a layered, tonal palette that reads refined and contemporary. Technically, white opal is a hydrated form of silica that is softer than quartz and requires protective mounting considerations. When combining these two materials, we recommend bezel or partial bezel settings for the opal to shield against abrasion, and gallery or low profile prong work for the rose quartz to maintain its face up presence while reducing exposure to knocks. Metal choices in 14 karat or 18 karat gold with a soft profile will harmonize the warmth of the stones without introducing excessive hardness contrast, and precision setting by a skilled jeweler will preserve facet edges and polish surfaces.

The Natural Gemstone Company presents this 10.65 carat radiant rose quartz as a technically refined, ethically sourced choice for the conscious collector. Its combination of substantial carat weight, exacting radiant faceting, eye level very very slight inclusions, excellent polish, absence of enhancement, and Sri Lankan origin make it an attractive option for bespoke commissions and carefully curated collections. Our team can provide supplementary imagery, condition reports, and sourcing documentation upon request, and we offer guidance on setting and pairing, including recommendations for White Opal companions and appropriate protective mountings. For buyers who prioritize transparency, traceability, and technical quality, this gem represents a responsible acquisition that balances aesthetic softness with rigorous craftsmanship.