2.78 Ct. Cabochon Turquoise from Persia(Iran)

As a gemstone specialist at The Natural Gemstone Company, I am pleased to present this exquisite Persian turquoise, a beautiful opaque 2.78 carat round cabochon that speaks to collectors and designers alike, with serene bluish green hues and a clarity of color that reads as intense and even. The stone measures 8.12 x 8.12 x 6.65 mm, offering a pleasing balance between a broad, rounded face and a comfortable dome height, which makes it an ideal focal point for an elegant piece. The cabochon cut enhances the rich, uniform color, and the excellent polish gives it a soft satiny sheen that catches light in a refined way without glare. This turquoise is natural and untreated, no enhancement, a rare quality in the market today, and its Persian origin, Iran, lends it historical prestige and a distinct character that many connoisseurs seek. The surface shows smooth consistency, free from distracting matrix patterns, which allows the bluish green tone to command attention, and the opaque body color provides excellent stability for wearable pieces, resisting the appearance of internal flaws when set in jewelry.

For designers and customers contemplating settings, this gem’s proportions and polished dome make it versatile, suitable for rings, pendants, earrings, and bespoke pieces where a central stone is desired, and because it is naturally untreated, it retains full value for collectors and traditional jewelry. In rings, the 8.12 mm diameter sits comfortably as a statement piece without overwhelming the hand, and the 6.65 mm height creates a generous dome that gives depth and presence, while still being suited to sturdy bezel settings or low profile bezels for everyday wear. Bezel settings can protect the edges and provide a seamless modern look, while prong settings can be carefully designed to secure the cabochon while showing more of the stone, and custom inlays in cuffs or cocktail rings will highlight the turquoise with contrasting metals such as warm yellow gold to emphasize the bluish green tones, or sterling silver to create a classic southwestern aesthetic. For pendants, the weight and shape make it an ideal center, hanging close to the collarbone in a simple polished bezel, or as the star of a more elaborate halo design, using textural metal work to mirror the stone’s soft sheen. The stone’s natural stability and opacity make it forgiving in larger pieces, and because it has no enhancements, it will age gracefully under proper care.

When you select this gem from The Natural Gemstone Company, you are choosing a piece with verifiable natural origin, unenhanced condition, and artisanal presentation, and we stand behind our gemstones with transparent descriptions and attentive support for setting and care. Turquoise, while beautiful, should be treated with care, avoid prolonged exposure to chemicals, perfumes, and household cleaners, clean gently with a soft damp cloth, avoid ultrasonic cleaners and steam, and consider periodic inspection by a trusted jeweler if worn daily in rings, to ensure settings remain secure. The cultural legacy of Persian turquoise adds a narrative element to any piece, a connection to centuries of admiration for this color, and for those commissioning custom work, our team can recommend settings and mountings that preserve value and highlight the gem’s intense color intensity and polish. If you appreciate a naturally vivid bluish green turquoise with excellent polish and authentic provenance, this 2.78 carat round cabochon stands as a refined and versatile choice, and we at The Natural Gemstone Company are ready to assist you with measurements, high resolution images, and personalized advice to help bring your vision to life.