4.36 Ct. Topaz from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the ancient blue granite veins of Ceylon Sri Lanka to the careful hands of master cutters, this heart shaped Swiss blue topaz carries a story that begins in the earth and ends in a moment of personal expression. Formed over eons in pockets of cooling magma and later released by natural weathering, the topaz rough that becomes this gem was found in a landscape that has long been celebrated for its gemstones and its generations of skilled miners. At The Natural Gemstone Company we take care to trace that journey, honoring both the land and the people who bring these stones to light, and we share the knowledge that the vivid Swiss blue color seen in this piece is the result of measured irradiation followed by careful heat stabilization, a treatment that is widely accepted and that reveals the most luminous and serene tones. The result is a transparent topaz that seems to hold a clear slice of sky, a gem that remembers its origin in the warm soils of Ceylon and translates that memory into a jewel ready to become part of someone else s life story.

This 4.36 carat heart shaped topaz measures 10.04 x 9.90 x 6.75 mm, and it has been cut with a checkerboard faceted crown that multiplies flashes of light in a lively but refined pattern, the kind of cut that invites the eye to travel across each mirror like surface. Its clarity grade is very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, which means that under magnification the stone reveals natural characteristics that confirm its authenticity, yet to the naked eye it reads as clear and luminous. The color intensity is medium intense, a balanced blue that is vivid without overwhelming, and the polish has been finished to an excellent standard so that every facet edge catches and returns light with graceful brilliance. The heart shape is both romantic and modern, a silhouette that sits beautifully in a solitaire ring setting and that also adapts to pendants and elegant stud arrangements, and the interplay of the checkerboard cut and the rich Swiss blue tone ensures that this gemstone will stand out whether it is framed by warm yellow gold cool white gold or sleek platinum.

Imagine this gem set into a simple four prong mounting where the topaz becomes the clear focal point, its checkerboard crown throwing playful light onto the wearer s skin, or imagine it embraced by a halo of small diamonds which will amplify the blue and give the piece a classic brilliance, or envision it suspended on a fine chain as a pendant that moves with every step and catches the sunlight at unexpected moments. Topaz is a durable stone suitable for everyday wear when set with care, and with its excellent polish and precise proportions this heart shaped Swiss blue topaz will hold its presence for years to come when basic care is observed, such as avoiding harsh solvents and protecting the stone from hard knocks. At The Natural Gemstone Company we are proud to offer gemstones that are not only beautiful but also responsibly sourced and clearly described, and we invite you to consider how this 4.36 carat heart shaped Swiss blue topaz can become part of an engagement piece an anniversary gift a meaningful personal talisman or a bespoke creation crafted to your own design.

Owning a gemstone is also owning a story, and this topaz tells one of geological patience human skill and thoughtful enhancement that reveals the best of its inherent color. The medium intense Swiss blue hue evokes open skies and calm seas, a color that complements many skin tones and metal choices and that commands attention without shouting for it. Because of the checkerboard cut and the heart shaped outline the gem moves light across its surface in ways that create both spark and depth, making it especially compelling when set in designs that allow light to enter from below and across the crown. If you are seeking a centerpiece that combines a narrative of origin with technical excellence and wearable beauty, this transparent heart shaped Swiss blue topaz from The Natural Gemstone Company deserves a place in your collection, and we would be delighted to assist with bespoke settings or further information to help this gem realize the full potential of its color and character.