2.11 Ct. Topaz from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent blue topaz from The Natural Gemstone Company is a precisely cut 2.11 carat emerald shape gemstone, measuring 8.14 x 6.14 x 4.61 mm. The crown features a checkerboard faceting pattern, and the stone presents a consistent medium color intensity with excellent polish. Clarity has been evaluated as very slightly included at eye level, providing a clean face up presentation with minimal distractions to light performance. The piece has undergone irradiation to achieve its stable blue hue, and its origin is Ceylon Sri Lanka, a region known for producing well formed topaz crystals. The broad emerald outline combined with the checkerboard table produces defined, mirror like flashes and a balanced distribution of color across the face of the gem, suitable for a variety of settings where both presence and subtlety are desired.

In comparison to more common blue gemstones this topaz occupies a distinctive position. Against aquamarine, which is a beryl with a lower refractive index and typically softer brilliance, this blue topaz delivers stronger light return and crisper facet reflections due to its higher refractive index and the precision of the checkerboard cutting. Compared to blue sapphire the topaz will not exhibit the same depth of saturation or the higher luster that corundum can present, however it offers a noticeably more transparent and lively face up appearance at moderate color intensity, and it remains lighter and more wearable in a range of designs. Versus diamond the topaz will not match the brilliance defined by diamond dispersion, yet the combination of an emerald silhouette and a checkerboard crown creates broad flashes and lively scintillation that read as elegant and modern rather than overtly fiery. The clarity grade and excellent polish further enhance the visual performance, allowing the stone to stand out for its clean, reflective planes and consistent blue tone. This specimen represents a well balanced option for someone seeking a refined blue gemstone with strong optical presence, precise cutting, and verified treatment and origin information from The Natural Gemstone Company.