10.06 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Tourmaline Pair from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There is a long and noble lineage to gemstones that have been treasured across generations, and these cushion shaped pink tourmalines from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, are worthy inheritors of that tradition. From ancient trading ports where mariners and merchants brought stones from distant islands, to the courts and collections of the learned and the discerning, pink tourmaline has carried with it a quiet dignity. The warm, rosy hue invites associations with legacy jewelry that is handed down, worn and loved across lifetimes, and the design language of a cushion shape speaks to a classical sensibility. These two stones, weighing 4.97 carats and 5.09 carats respectively, present a balance of scale and grace that makes them exceptional candidates for heirloom pairings, whether set as a matched earring pair or as complementary pieces in a pendant and ring ensemble.

Beyond their classical form, the rarity of these tourmalines is striking in both size and color when compared to the common options on the market. Pink tourmalines of this magnitude, each close to five carats, are uncommon, and to find them exhibiting intense color intensity without the need for any enhancement is particularly rare. Collectors and connoisseurs will note that many larger pink tourmalines display paler tones or require treatments to achieve visual brilliance. These stones, by contrast, offer intense, vivid pink saturation that remains uniform across their surface, a trait often associated with higher value and exceptional origin. Their clarity grade is eye clean when evaluated at eye level, which further elevates their scarcity and desirability, since large, richly colored tourmalines that also present minimal visible inclusions are seldom encountered. The mixed brilliant cut optimizes light return and scintillation, and combined with an excellent polish, each gem delivers a lively play of light that complements its saturated hue.

The physical measurements of these gems underscore their presence and potential as centerpiece stones, and their proportions reflect thoughtful cutting that honors both weight retention and optical performance. The first tourmaline measures 10.20 x 10.16 x 7.29 mm, and the second measures 10.19 x 10.08 x 7.38 mm, dimensions that create a pleasing visual match, with near identical table and depth relationships that will sit harmoniously when set together. The cushion shape offers a timeless silhouette that pairs beautifully with classic mounting styles, from bezel settings that emphasize permanence, to prong work that maximizes light entry and fire. Because these stones are unenhanced, their natural character is preserved, allowing the wearer to appreciate the true expression of Ceylonese gem material, which has been prized for centuries for its clarity and refined color qualities.

When you seek a gemstone that embodies historical resonance, aesthetic endurance, and a rare combination of size, color and clarity, these paired pink tourmalines speak plainly to that desire. They are stones that not only reflect light, but also reflect lineage, craftsmanship and the kind of quiet prestige associated with family jewels. At The Natural Gemstone Company we are committed to presenting gems with documented provenance and honest grading, and these Ceylon tourmalines exemplify the standards we uphold. For a client interested in a piece that will become a part of their story, these gems offer an unusually rare opportunity, and we are available to discuss setting options, certification, and custom design pathways that honor the timeless nature of these stones.