3.65 Ct. Cabochon Tourmaline from Mozambique

This specimen is a transparent green tourmaline weighing 3.65 carats, presented in a cushion outline with overall dimensions of 8.97 by 8.83 by 6.01 millimeters. The gem has been fashioned in a sugar loaf style, combining a gently domed profile with carefully placed facet planes across the crown, and the cutter has retained a moderate depth that supports strong face up color without sacrificing light return. Clarity has been assessed as very slightly included when viewed at eye level, and the stone exhibits an excellent polish across all surfaces. There has been no enhancement applied to this material, and the documented origin is Mozambique, a source renowned for producing richly colored tourmaline specimens with commercial and collector appeal. The proportions and finish indicate that this is a purposefully cut gem intended to balance visual saturation and optical performance while preserving weight and material integrity.

From a cutting and faceting perspective the sugar loaf interpretation here is technically interesting and functionally advantageous for green tourmaline. The cushion outline is almost square to the tenth of a millimeter, which indicates tight symmetry and skilled preforming. The sugar loaf approach produces a higher curved pavilion than seen in conventional faceted cushions, and the crown facet architecture is reduced into larger triangular and kite planes that progressively slope toward a small, softly rounded table. This geometry suppresses excessive light leakage through the pavilion while allowing controlled internal reflection across broader color fields, producing a perceptible, even color distribution across the table. The moderate pavilion depth measured at six millimeters works with the crown slope to maintain a pleasing balance of reflection and transmission, and the excellent polish further minimizes surface diffusion so that the internal color reads clean and consistent rather than hazy or masked by facet abrasion.

Color evaluation places this tourmaline in a medium intense category, with a green body color that carries a subtle bluish component under certain lighting angles. Medium intense grading denotes a saturation level that is stronger than commercial greens that appear washed or pastel, yet it stops short of the deep, near opaque greens that reduce transparency. For collectors and designers this intensity is prized because it maximizes perceived saturation while preserving transparency and brilliance, and it is particularly desirable in larger sizes where overly deep saturation can render the stone lifeless. In the commercial market many green tourmalines above three carats tend to occur either in lighter, less saturated tones or in darker materials that are treated or heat adjusted to improve appearance. The combination of a 3.65 carat weight, clear transparency, medium intense green saturation, and the absence of any enhancement significantly elevates rarity relative to similar sized material. Mozambique provenance contributes additional pedigree because deposits in that region have yielded a spectrum of gem quality tourmalines that are increasingly sought after by connoisseurs.

Clarity observations reveal minor internal features consistent with natural tourmaline growth, including fine needle and pinpoint inclusions that do not interrupt the stone's face up window at normal viewing distance. Being graded as very slightly included at eye level means the inclusions are subtle and often only apparent at oblique angles or under magnification, which preserves the stone's desirability for high end jewelry. For setting recommendations a shallow bezel with a low profile prong architecture will protect the sugar loaf pavilion while allowing the crown planes to interact with ambient light, and the stone is well suited as the focal element in a bespoke ring or pendant where the cushion silhouette can be emphasized with a tailored gallery to reveal the domed pavilion. From an investment and collection standpoint the absence of enhancement and the clear documentation of Mozambique origin make this gem an attractive acquisition for both makers and private collectors who prioritize natural state material. The Natural Gemstone Company presents this tourmaline as a piece that combines technical precision in cutting, demonstrable material quality, and a scarcity profile that distinguishes it from more common green tourmaline offerings. If you require additional technical images, orientation advice for setting, or assistance with independent certification, we will provide guidance to ensure the stone is integrated into your project with the highest standards of craftsmanship and care.