1.27 Ct. Zircon from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the cloud forest hills and alluvial plains of Ceylon, Sri Lanka comes a small treasure that carries with it the slow work of time and the care of generations of miners and cutters. This yellowish green zircon began its story embedded in ancient gravels, patiently waiting for the rains and the hands that would reveal it. Local miners, with intimate knowledge of the river beds and the soil, extract crystals that have survived deep earth processes, crystals that hold within them the subtle play of color and light unique to zircon. At The Natural Gemstone Company we trace each stone back to its origins, and this particular gem speaks clearly of its Ceylon roots. The stone is transparent, and its medium intense yellowish green hue evokes the first new leaves after a monsoon, a color born from tiny traces of elements within the crystal lattice, and preserved by the careful handling that followed its recovery.

Careful selection and examination led to this specific specimen, a refined pear shape weighing 1.27 carat, with precise dimensions of 8.48 x 5.05 x 3.48 mm. The cutter chose a mixed brilliant cut to best express the innate qualities of zircon. Evaluated at eye level the clarity is described as very slightly included, meaning that the stone remains visually clean and luminous unless inspected very closely with magnification. The polish is excellent, a finish that allows light to enter and exit the stone with minimal obstruction, enhancing both brilliance and fire. There has been absolutely no enhancement applied to this gem, it is offered natural and unmodified, a pure and honest example of what Ceylon zircons can present when left to their own beauty. When you place this gem against skin, as shown in images where it rests elegantly on a finger, the way it catches daylight and indoor light alike reveals a stone that is both lively and refined.

The mixed brilliant cut is the heart of how this zircon communicates with light, the reason why its sparkle feels alive and its color appears layered rather than flat. On the crown the brilliant style facets create a disco of scintillation, breaking incoming light into many bright flashes that dance across the surface with movement and vigor. The pavilion incorporates modified facets that guide light back through the crown, deepening the yellowish green and creating intervals of color intensity that shift as the angle of view changes. In a pear shape the tapering profile offers a natural window for light to travel from tip to rounded base, concentrating flashes at the point and allowing broad flashes across the belly. This dynamic encourages both brilliance and a soft internal glow, attributes that zircon is particularly suited for because of its high refractive index and noteworthy dispersion. The very slightly included clarity does not impede the stone, instead it acts as a fingerprint that certifies the gem as natural, while the excellent polish ensures that every facet edge and plane reflects light cleanly, maximizing return to the eye.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we value stones that bring stories into jewelry, pieces that are honest in origin and exacting in cut. This pear shape yellowish green zircon, 1.27 carat and measuring 8.48 x 5.05 x 3.48 mm, is a gem that invites setting into a focused solitaire where its tapered silhouette can elongate the finger, or into a halo where smaller stones can accentuate its medium intense color and lively fire. Because there is no enhancement, the stone is ideal for collectors and designers who desire authenticity and natural character. Consider a classic bezel to protect the pointed end, or a delicate prong setting that allows light to pass freely beneath each facet, both approaches highlight the mixed brilliant cut to its best advantage. If you would like guidance on mounting styles, custom design, or certification documentation, our gemologists and design consultants are ready to assist, we are committed to connecting you with a gem that resonates with personal meaning and enduring beauty.