2.81 Ct. Cabochon Tourmaline from Mozambique

This 2.81 carat cushion shaped green tourmaline from The Natural Gemstone Company is cut in a traditional sugar loaf profile, presenting a high domed crown with four converging kite shaped facets that create a central apex, complemented by gently rounded cushion corners for balanced symmetry. The calibrated dimensions measure 7.51 by 7.39 by 6.07 millimeters, proportions that yield a generous pavilion depth and controlled light return, producing strong face up saturation without excessive windowing. The sugar loaf faceting emphasizes a dense color core and smooth transitions between facets, while the excellent polish enhances surface luster and minimizes light leakage, resulting in crisp facet junctions and a clean visual plane when viewed under normal retail lighting.

Optically the stone is transparent with an intense green hue and a clarity grade of very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, with inclusions that are minor and do not interfere with overall brilliance or structural integrity. No enhancement has been applied to this specimen, and provenance is Mozambique, which is consistent with the characteristic depth and cool tone found in quality Mozambican tourmalines. The gem displays modest pleochroism typical of green tourmaline, offering subtle shifts between deeper forest green and slightly yellowish green when rotated, a useful attribute for lapidary placement and design decisions. For secure mounting and to preserve the high domed crown, a bezel setting or a low prong design is recommended, these settings protect the sugar loaf silhouette while showcasing the stone body color. At The Natural Gemstone Company we emphasize technical standards in cutting and finishing, and this tourmaline exemplifies considered facet geometry, controlled depth, and precision polish suitable for bespoke jewelry, collectors seeking natural untreated material, and designers focused on weight to size efficiency.