13.12 Ct. Tourmaline from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the heart of Ceylon, Sri Lanka, this 13.12 carat oval tourmaline began life as a pocket of molten earth and mineral, slowly cooled and shaped by time, pressure, and the island winds that have carried sapphires and gems for centuries. Local miners who know these lands by sight and story uncovered a crystal whose brownish orange hue reads like a sunset trapped within stone, intense and warm. We selected this specimen for its transparency and natural color, noting how the light moves through its body like a private warmth. The tourmaline was carefully transported to the cutter, where the mixed brilliant cut was chosen to balance fiery scintillation and deep internal color, each facet mapped to reveal the gem at its most expressive. The journey from rough to polished preserved its integrity, no heat or chemical treatment applied, no enhancement, so what you see is the stone as nature intended, a rare and honest expression of Ceylon’s geology and heritage.

As a ring center, this gem measures 16.21 by 13.43 by 9.65 millimeters, and carries a clarity grade of very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, an exceptional trait for a stone of this size. The intense color intensity gives it presence on the hand, and the excellent polish scatters light with a lively, elegant brilliance. At 13.12 carats the stone feels substantial without overwhelming, offering a statement that is both romantic and refined. Tourmaline is a durable choice for everyday wear with mindful care, and its unique brownish orange tone is a modern and meaningful alternative to traditional choices. For an engagement, this gem tells a story of thoughtful discovery, cultural resonance, and enduring beauty. It speaks of a commitment that values rarity, natural truth, and the hands that brought it to light. When you choose this piece through The Natural Gemstone Company you are choosing provenance and craftsmanship, a stone with roots in Ceylon and a present in a setting that will honor its color and clarity. Let this tourmaline be the symbol that marks your beginning, a warm and unmistakable promise carried in a gem that started in the earth and now waits to become part of your story.