Chrysoberyl is one of those gemstones you should know – and one that is far too often overlooked.
Which is a shame, because it has everything a fine colored gemstone should offer: a hardness of 8.5 on the Mohs scale, exceptional brilliance, and a color that few other stones can match. This yellow is clear and lively – not a pale straw tone, but a warm, bright hue that seems to bloom in the light. Chrysoberyl has a high refractive index, and it shows: the stone sparkles with a precision that genuinely surprises.
1.13 carats, oval faceted, 6.78 × 6.03 mm. A pleasing size – compact enough for delicate settings, present enough to make an impression. Minor inclusions are present but do nothing to diminish the stone's vivid character. The proportions of the oval cut are well-executed: the stone feels balanced, the yellow distributed evenly across the entire face.
For those looking for a high-quality yellow gemstone and willing to step off the beaten path – chrysoberyl will not disappoint. A stone for connoisseurs, and for those who are about to become one.
