{"title":"Natural Chrysoberyl - Loose Stones from Sri Lanka","description":"\u003cp\u003eChrysoberyl is one of the most underappreciated gem species in fine jewelry - a beryllium aluminum oxide that ranks 8.5 on the Mohs scale, making it one of the hardest natural gemstones available after diamond, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/ruby-gemstones-loose-stones-gia-certification\"\u003eruby\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/all-sapphire-gemstones\"\u003esapphire\u003c\/a\u003e. Its color range runs from honey-yellow and golden-green through more saturated yellowish-green hues, and the species also includes the famously rare \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/alexandrite-gemstones-the-color-change-chrysoberyl\"\u003ealexandrite (color-change)\u003c\/a\u003e and cat's eye varieties. Chrysoberyl is durable enough for daily wear, naturally untreated, and far less expensive than sapphire or ruby at comparable quality - making it one of the most compelling value propositions in natural gemstones for collectors and jewellery designers who know what they are looking at.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Our Chrysoberyls\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur chrysoberyls are sourced from Sri Lanka, a leading source for fine natural chrysoberyl alongside Brazil and Myanmar. Every stone in this collection is \u003cstrong\u003enatural and untreated\u003c\/strong\u003e - chrysoberyl rarely requires any enhancement, and we carry no treated material. Premium pieces ship with \u003cstrong\u003eGIA reports\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each stone is photographed under standardized lighting against a neutral background so the color you see online matches what you hold in your hand. Select pieces are eligible for our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/try-before-you-buy-loose-gemstone\"\u003eTry-On programme\u003c\/a\u003e - the stone ships to you for in-hand evaluation before you pay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe source directly from Sri Lanka through our buying offices in Colombo, Beruwala, and Ratnapura - the same supply chain that feeds our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/all-sapphire-gemstones\"\u003esapphire collections\u003c\/a\u003e. Read more about our sourcing on our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/about_us\"\u003eAbout page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Choose a Chrysoberyl\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHue.\u003c\/strong\u003e Faceted chrysoberyl typically appears in the golden-yellow through yellowish-green range. The most prized stones show vivid yellow-green saturation with strong brilliance and no brownish modifier. Paler honey-yellow stones are softer and more wearable; deeper golden-greens are more striking. The color of fine chrysoberyl sits in a zone that no other major gemstone occupies - it is distinctly its own, not a substitute for anything else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClarity.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine chrysoberyl is typically eye-clean with high transparency. We do not carry stones with significant visible inclusions. Its natural clarity is one of the reasons chrysoberyl is almost never treated - the rough is already good enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/oval-sapphire-engagement-ready-loose-stones\"\u003eOval\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/cushion-sapphires-vintage-style-loose-stones\"\u003ecushion\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/round-sapphires-calibrated-loose-stones\"\u003eround\u003c\/a\u003e are the most common formats. \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/emerald-cut-sapphires-usa\"\u003eEmerald cuts\u003c\/a\u003e suit chrysoberyl's clarity beautifully - the open step facets reward the stone's natural transparency. Chrysoberyl's high refractive index (1.74-1.75, higher than sapphire at 1.76-1.77) produces strong brilliance in any well-executed cut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarat.\u003c\/strong\u003e Chrysoberyl over 2 carats in fine color is accessible and reasonably priced. Above 5 carats in vivid yellowish-green begins to be genuinely scarce. Unlike sapphire, where price per carat rises sharply at the 1-carat mark, chrysoberyl pricing is more gradual - making larger stones a better value proposition relative to their size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChrysoberyl vs Yellow Sapphire\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuyers comparing chrysoberyl to \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/yellow-sapphire-gemstones-unheated-ceylon-stones\"\u003eyellow sapphire\u003c\/a\u003e will find both are naturally untreated, both come from Sri Lanka, and both sit in the warm golden-yellow color zone. The key differences: sapphire (Mohs 9) is slightly harder than chrysoberyl (Mohs 8.5), sapphire carries more name recognition and commands higher prices, and the hue is distinctly different at the saturated end - chrysoberyl tends toward a more yellowish-green position while fine \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/unheated-yellow-sapphire-over-1-carat-natural-loose-stones\"\u003eyellow sapphire\u003c\/a\u003e is a purer canary yellow. For Jyotish (Vedic astrology) buyers, only yellow sapphire (Pukhraj) satisfies the Jupiter prescription - chrysoberyl does not qualify as a substitute. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/buying-sapphires-for-jyotish-vedic-astrology\"\u003eJyotish sapphire guide\u003c\/a\u003e for full specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChrysoberyl vs Tsavorite Garnet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor buyers drawn to green-yellow gemstones, \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/tsavorite-garnet-gemstones-emerald-alternative\"\u003etsavorite garnet\u003c\/a\u003e is the other major naturally untreated option in this color family. Tsavorite (Mohs 7-7.5) is softer than chrysoberyl but produces more vivid, saturated green. Chrysoberyl tends toward a more muted, golden-green that reads warmer and more neutral. Both are genuinely untreated; both come from East Africa and Sri Lanka. The choice is aesthetic - tsavorite for vivid green, chrysoberyl for warm golden-green.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCat's Eye Chrysoberyl\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCat's eye chrysoberyl shows chatoyancy - a sharp, single line of light that moves across the dome of a cabochon-cut stone as it is rotated, exactly like the slit pupil of a cat's eye under a torch. The finest cat's eyes show a strong, well-defined line over a vivid golden-green to honey-yellow body color, with a \"milk and honey\" effect - one side of the stone appearing creamy white as the light catches it. Cat's eye chrysoberyl is the most valuable variety of the species and one of the most collectible phenomenon gemstones in existence. See our dedicated \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/natural-cats-eye-chrysoberyl-chatoyancy-stones\"\u003ecat's eye chrysoberyl collection\u003c\/a\u003e for available stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCollector and Investment Considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFine chrysoberyl above 3 carats in vivid yellowish-green with strong brilliance and eye-clean clarity is genuinely uncommon on the Western market. Most fine material is absorbed by Asian collector markets, where chrysoberyl has a longer tradition of appreciation. For buyers building a portfolio of natural, untreated Ceylon gemstones alongside sapphire and ruby, chrysoberyl represents an accessible and underpriced entry point. See our \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/collectors-and-investment-gemstones\"\u003einvestment gemstones collection\u003c\/a\u003e for GIA-certified collector-grade pieces across all species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHave a question about a specific stone or want to discuss chrysoberyl for a collector portfolio? Email \u003ca href=\"mailto:crescentgems@gmail.com\"\u003ecrescentgems@gmail.com\u003c\/a\u003e - we respond personally within one business day. 14-day return on every order. Select pieces are \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/try-before-you-buy-loose-gemstone\"\u003eavailable for Try-On\u003c\/a\u003e. Free US shipping; international shipping via FedEx and UPS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRelated collections: \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/natural-cats-eye-chrysoberyl-chatoyancy-stones\"\u003eCat's eye chrysoberyl\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/alexandrite-gemstones-the-color-change-chrysoberyl\"\u003eAlexandrite\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/yellow-sapphire-gemstones-unheated-ceylon-stones\"\u003eYellow sapphire\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/tsavorite-garnet-gemstones-emerald-alternative\"\u003eTsavorite garnet\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/ruby-gemstones-loose-stones-gia-certification\"\u003eNatural ruby\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/collectors-and-investment-gemstones\"\u003eInvestment gemstones\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/all-sapphire-gemstones\"\u003eAll sapphires\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2-36-ct-chrysoberyl-cats-eye-unheated","title":"2.36 ct Natural Unheated Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl – Oval Shape, Cabochon Cut | GIA Certified | Sri Lanka (Ceylon)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 2.36 carat natural Chrysoberyl cat's eye, oval cabochon, shows a sharp, well-defined chatoyant band — a line of light that moves across the dome of the stone as the viewing angle changes. The effect is caused by fine parallel fibrous inclusions oriented through the crystal, and the quality of the band directly defines the stone's value. This specimen is untreated, confirmed by GIA Report #2243017776, with a warm honey-yellow body color. Chrysoberyl ranks 8.5 on the Mohs scale, making it one of the most durable gem species for jewelry use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #5b2c6f; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 24px; margin: 28px 0; background-color: #f9f5fc;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px; color: #4a235a;\"\u003eExpert Opinion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/pages\/ahmed-shareek-about-the-owner\" style=\"color: #4a235a; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAhmed Shareek\u003c\/a\u003e's Assessment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\"What stands out on this stone is how sharp and centered the eye stays as you rotate it — a lot of cat's eye chrysoberyl shows a soft or off-center band, but this 2.36 ct oval cabochon holds a single crisp line across the dome, and GIA Report #2243017776 confirms it's untreated.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRarity Analysis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few factors combine to make this particular cat's eye chrysoberyl an uncommon find:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e A warm honey-yellow body color with medium saturation — an even, appealing tone for the variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.36 carats is a substantial size for a cat's eye chrysoberyl cabochon that still shows a tight, well-controlled dome.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Untreated — no heat treatment of any kind, which is the standard expectation for fine chrysoberyl but still worth confirming on paper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhenomenon:\u003c\/strong\u003e The chatoyant band is sharp and well-defined rather than diffuse, which is the single biggest driver of value in cat's eye stones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocumentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Backed by GIA Report #2243017776, confirming species, untreated status, weight, and phenomenon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombined effect:\u003c\/strong\u003e A larger, untreated cat's eye chrysoberyl with a sharp band and independent GIA documentation is a genuinely uncommon combination in the market.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuying Guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few practical points to weigh before purchasing this specific stone:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the band under a single light source.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cat's eye chrysoberyl reads best under one direct light (sunlight or a single bulb) rather than diffuse lighting — rotate the stone to see the band travel across the dome.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlan the setting around the cabochon's dome height.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 8.79 x 8.24 x 3.38 mm, this oval cabochon needs a bezel or prong setting with enough depth to seat the dome without hiding the girdle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm the GIA report matches the stone.\u003c\/strong\u003e When comparison shopping, make sure any cat's eye chrysoberyl you're considering comes with a report number you can verify against the physical stone, not just a generic lab mention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeigh availability against size and quality.\u003c\/strong\u003e As noted in the Rarity Analysis, untreated cat's eye chrysoberyl of this size with a sharp band is not something you'll find in multiple comparable listings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse the Try Before You Buy option\u003c\/strong\u003e if you would like to see the stone in hand before finalizing the purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn More About This Gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/cats-eye-chrysoberyl-buyers-guide\"\u003eCat's Eye Chrysoberyl Buyer's Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/what-is-a-gia-sapphire-report-and-how-do-you-read-one\"\u003eGIA Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/how-to-commission-custom-sapphire-ring\"\u003eCustom Ring Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/how-gems-are-formed-nature-s-incredible-underground-process\"\u003eHow Gemstones Are Formed\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/art-of-pit-mining-gemstones-sri-lanka\"\u003ePit Mining Gemstones in Sri Lanka\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/alexandrite-buyers-guide\"\u003eAlexandrite Buyer's Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #5b2c6f; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 24px; margin: 28px 0; background-color: #f9f5fc;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 14px; color: #4a235a;\"\u003eGemstone Data — At a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600; width: 42%;\"\u003eItem #\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eCG8245\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCarat Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003e2.36 ct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSpecies \/ Variety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eChrysoberyl \/ Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eShape \/ Cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eOval \/ Cabochon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003e8.79 x 8.24 x 3.38 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eColor \/ Intensity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eYellow (Honey Yellow), Medium saturation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePhenomenon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eChatoyancy (cat's eye effect)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eNone — untreated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eSri Lanka (Ceylon) (store's own assessment; not addressed by the GIA report)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eClarity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eNot Applicable (cabochon-cut phenomenon stone)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTransparency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eTransparent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003e8.5 (Mohs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px;\"\u003eGIA (Gemological Institute of America) Report #2243017776\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarat Weight: 2.36 Carats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGem Type: Natural Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Oval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut: Cabochon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment: None — untreated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransparency: Transparent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhenomenon: Chatoyancy (cat's eye effect)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertification: GIA Report #2243017776\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 8.5 on the Mohs scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare of Chrysoberyl cats eye\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean with lukewarm water and mild soap using a soft brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore separately to avoid surface contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove before heavy physical activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid ultrasonic or steam cleaners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGIA Report #2243017776\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGemstone packed in a gem sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Crescent Gems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42774382379075,"sku":"CG8245","price":3792.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8982\/8931\/files\/Cats_Eye.jpg?v=1778308033"},{"product_id":"3-64-ct-natural-chrysoberyl-gemstone","title":"3.64 ct Natural Unheated Chrysoberyl | GIA Certified","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 3.64 carat natural chrysoberyl gemstone is documented by GIA Report #2235922104, which confirms its weight, dimensions, and optical properties. Chrysoberyl ranks 8.5 on the Mohs scale — harder than most gem species outside the corundum family — and occurs in golden-yellow to yellow-green tones; this stone is graded green-yellow. At 3.64 carats, this is a substantial collector-grade piece; well-cut chrysoberyl above 3 carats is genuinely uncommon in the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #5b2c6f; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 24px; margin: 28px 0; background-color: #f9f5fc;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px; color: #4a235a;\"\u003eExpert Opinion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/pages\/ahmed-shareek-about-the-owner\" style=\"color: #4a235a; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAhmed Shareek\u003c\/a\u003e's Assessment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\"A 3.64 ct chrysoberyl is genuinely large for the species — most of what comes through our hands is well under a carat, and clean, well-cut stones above 3 carats simply don't turn up often. This one is also completely untreated, which is typical for chrysoberyl but still worth confirming on paper, and the GIA report backs it up alongside the size and clarity.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRarity Analysis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChrysoberyl is a distinct, comparatively minor gem species next to sapphire, and within that already-small supply, a stone with this combination of size, color, and documentation is harder to find than any single factor suggests on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chrysoberyl's color range runs from golden-yellow through yellow-green. This stone's green-yellow grade sits toward the cooler, more saturated end of that range, which shows up less often than the more common honey-yellow tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Most faceted chrysoberyl sold is under 1 carat. At 3.64 carats, this stone is well above typical market size — well-cut chrysoberyl above 3 carats is genuinely uncommon, since large clean rough is more often cut into cat's-eye cabochons than faceted stones of this size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chrysoberyl is naturally almost always untreated — unlike sapphire, where the majority of commercial material is heat treated. So untreated status by itself isn't what sets this stone apart from other chrysoberyl; what's harder to find is untreated origin paired with this carat weight and clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocumentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e A GIA report on a 3.64 ct chrysoberyl independently confirms species, weight, dimensions, and treatment status. Much of the chrysoberyl sold at this size and price point online carries no third-party lab documentation at all.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombined effect:\u003c\/strong\u003e No single factor here — color, size, or certification — is extraordinary for chrysoberyl on its own. What makes this particular stone hard to replace is finding all three together in one eye-clean, well-cut piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuying Guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA few practical points to weigh before purchasing this specific stone:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eView it under more than one light source.\u003c\/strong\u003e The modified brilliant crown will show active scintillation, while the step-cut pavilion beneath it returns broader, more open flashes of color — an unusual hybrid faceting style that's worth seeing in daylight and warm indoor light before you decide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck your setting against the actual dimensions.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 9.86 x 8.21 x 6.11 mm, this oval works well as a ring center stone or pendant focal point, but confirm your prong or bezel spacing against these measurements before committing to a mounting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVerify treatment and documentation on any stone you compare this to.\u003c\/strong\u003e Chrysoberyl is usually untreated, but \"usually\" isn't the same as verified — make sure any seller states treatment status explicitly and can back it up with independent lab paperwork.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDon't expect to find a direct replacement quickly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Given how infrequently chrysoberyl of this size and clarity comes to market, comparable inventory is not something you can count on restocking on a predictable timeline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse the Try Before You Buy option\u003c\/strong\u003e if you would like to see the stone in hand before finalizing the purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn More About This Gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/the-smart-way-to-buy-loose-gemstones-online-in-2026\"\u003eBuy Loose Gemstones the Smart Way in 2026\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/how-gems-are-formed-nature-s-incredible-underground-process\"\u003eHow Gemstones Are Formed: The Geology Behind Sapphires, Chrysoberyl, and Ceylon's Gem Deposits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/cats-eye-chrysoberyl-buyers-guide\"\u003eChrysoberyl Species Guide: Crystal Structure, Hardness, and Color Range (Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl Buyer's Guide)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #5b2c6f; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 24px; margin: 28px 0; background-color: #f9f5fc;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 14px; color: #4a235a;\"\u003eGemstone Data — At a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600; width: 42%;\"\u003eItem #\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eCG8413\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCarat Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003e3.64 ct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSpecies \/ Variety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eNatural Chrysoberyl (Chrysoberyl, BeAl₂O₄)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eShape \/ Cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eOval, Mixed Cut (Modified Brilliant crown, Step Cut pavilion)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003e9.86 x 8.21 x 6.11 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eColor \/ Intensity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eGreen-Yellow, Medium Intense\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePhenomenon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eNone (standard transparent chrysoberyl — not the cat's-eye or alexandrite phenomenal varieties)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eNone — Untreated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eSri Lanka (Ceylon)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eClarity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eEye Clean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTransparency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eTransparent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003e8.5 (Mohs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px;\"\u003eGIA Report #2235922104\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarat Weight: 3.64 Carats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGem Type: Natural Chrysoberyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariety: Chrysoberyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShape: Oval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut Style: Mixed Cut (Modified Brilliant crown, Step Cut pavilion)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 9.86 x 8.21 x 6.11 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment: None — untreated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Green-Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClarity: Eye Clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 8.5 on the Mohs scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertification: GIA Report #2235922104\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of a Kind\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a single natural gemstone, not a manufactured or lab-created replica — no two chrysoberyls form with identical color, clarity, and internal character. Once this stone sells, it's gone; there is no duplicate. What you see documented on the GIA report is the exact, individual stone you receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare of natural chrysoberyl gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean with lukewarm water and mild soap using a soft brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore separately to avoid surface contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove before heavy physical activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid ultrasonic or steam cleaners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGIA Report #2235922104\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGemstone packed in a gem sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Crescent Gems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43031854481475,"sku":"CG8413","price":1310.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8982\/8931\/files\/1112023001_543805d8-0205-411a-bdd9-476b17fc5712.jpg?v=1778308066"},{"product_id":"4-31-ct-chrysoberyl-cats-eye-gia","title":"4.25 ct Natural Untreated Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl – Oval Cabochon | GIA Certified | Sri Lanka (Ceylon)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA natural 4.25 carat Oval Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl cabochon, completely untreated and now GIA certified (Report #6247017765). Cat's eye chrysoberyl is the most prized chatoyant gemstone — a phenomenon stone that displays a sharp, single band of light (the cat's eye) that glides across the dome of the cabochon as the stone is rotated. At 4.25 carats, this is a collector-grade specimen: cat's eye chrysoberyl above 3 carats with a sharp, well-defined eye represents the premium tier of this phenomenon category. Chrysoberyl ranks 8.5 on the Mohs scale — harder than most gem species outside the corundum family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #5b2c6f; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 24px; margin: 28px 0; background-color: #f9f5fc;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 12px; color: #4a235a;\"\u003eExpert Opinion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/pages\/ahmed-shareek-about-the-owner\" style=\"color: #4a235a; text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAhmed Shareek\u003c\/a\u003e's Assessment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\"What stands out on this 4.25 ct chrysoberyl is the sharpness of the eye against a silver band — that crispness, combined with a completely untreated, GIA-confirmed origin story, is what puts a cat's eye in the collector-grade tier rather than the commercial one.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRarity Analysis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA handful of factors combine to make this specific chrysoberyl an uncommon find, even within the cat's eye category:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e A greenish yellow body color of medium saturation, paired with a sharp silver eye — a distinct combination noted in the stone's own color record.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 4.25 carats, this stone sits above the 3-carat threshold the listing itself identifies as the point where sharp-eyed cat's eye chrysoberyl becomes collector-grade material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Completely untreated (\"No Enhancement\"), which is the natural state for the finest cat's eye chrysoberyl and is not something every stone on the market can claim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhenomenon:\u003c\/strong\u003e Displays true chatoyancy — a single, sharp band of light that glides across the dome as the stone is rotated, rather than a diffuse or poorly-centered eye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDocumentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Backed by a GIA Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl Report (#6247017765) confirming species and phenomenon; the Sri Lanka (Ceylon) origin is the store's own assessment and is not covered by that report.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombined effect:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sharp-eyed, untreated, GIA-documented cat's eye chrysoberyl over 4 carats is genuinely uncommon — most material seen on the market is smaller, treated, or shows a softer, less centered eye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuying Guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few practical points to weigh before purchasing this specific stone:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eView it under a single direct light source,\u003c\/strong\u003e such as a flashlight or spotlight, to see the sharp band glide across the dome — diffuse or multi-directional lighting will mute the effect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlan the setting around the cabochon's dome.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 9.63 x 7.55 x 5.41 mm, this is a moderately domed oval cabochon, so a bezel or protective prong setting that leaves the dome unobstructed will show the eye best.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsk any seller for the GIA report number\u003c\/strong\u003e when comparison-shopping cat's eye chrysoberyl, and confirm whether the stone is disclosed as untreated — not all cat's eye material sold online carries that disclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailability is limited to this single piece.\u003c\/strong\u003e As a natural cabochon, this stone is one of a kind by nature, and the combination of size, sharp eye, and untreated status described above is not something that can be reordered.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse the Try Before You Buy option\u003c\/strong\u003e if you would like to see the stone in hand before finalizing the purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn More About This Gemstone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/cats-eye-chrysoberyl-buyers-guide\"\u003eCat's Eye Chrysoberyl Buyer's Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/alexandrite-buyers-guide\"\u003eAlexandrite Guide (Color-Change Chrysoberyl)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/how-gems-are-formed-nature-s-incredible-underground-process\"\u003eHow Gemstones Are Formed\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/what-is-a-gia-sapphire-report-and-how-do-you-read-one\"\u003eGIA Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/blogs\/information-pages-complete-guide\/how-to-commission-custom-sapphire-ring\"\u003eCustom Ring Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #5b2c6f; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px 24px; margin: 28px 0; background-color: #f9f5fc;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 14px; color: #4a235a;\"\u003eGemstone Data — At a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600; width: 42%;\"\u003eItem #\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eCG8442\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCarat Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003e4.25 ct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSpecies \/ Variety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eChrysoberyl, Cat's-Eye variety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eShape \/ Cut\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eOval Cabochon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003e9.63 x 7.55 x 5.41 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eColor \/ Intensity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eGreenish Yellow, Medium saturation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePhenomenon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eChatoyancy (Cat's-Eye), sharp silver eye\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTreatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eUntreated (No Enhancement)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eSri Lanka (Ceylon) — store assessment, not covered by GIA report\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eClarity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eEye Clean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTransparency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003eTransparent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eHardness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; border-bottom: 1px solid #e5d9ee;\"\u003e8.5 (Mohs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px 8px;\"\u003eGIA Report #6247017765\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy the Cat's Eye Effect Happens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCat's eye chrysoberyl's chatoyancy phenomenon is caused by microscopic parallel needle-like inclusions aligned within the crystal — light reflects off these needles as a single sharp band. The finest examples show a strong, well-defined eye and a \"milk and honey\" effect: when illuminated from one side, half the dome appears lighter and half darker, divided by the moving band of the eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures of this Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: CG8442\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarat Weight: 4.25 carats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 9.63 × 7.55 × 5.41 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGem Type: Natural Chrysoberyl, Cat's-Eye variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut: Oval Cabochon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Sri Lanka (Ceylon) — store assessment, not covered by this GIA report\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreatment: Untreated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Greenish Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhenomenon: Displaying Chatoyancy — a sharp band of light moving across the dome\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransparency: Transparent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClarity: Eye Clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertification: GIA Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl Report #6247017765\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardness: 8.5 on the Mohs scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 4.25 ct Oval Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl has been hand-selected as a collector-grade specimen — sharpness of the eye, quality of the chatoyancy effect, and size all meet the criteria for the premium tier of this phenomenon category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean with lukewarm water and mild soap using a soft brush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore separately to avoid surface contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid ultrasonic or steam cleaners, which can affect the cabochon's polish and chatoyant effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGIA Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl Report #6247017765\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGemstone packed in a gem sleeve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Crescent Gems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43232607273027,"sku":"CG8442","price":9482.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8982\/8931\/files\/stone_CG8442_image-1.jpg?v=1780471047"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8982\/8931\/collections\/1112023001_71afff3d-7a8d-4a3e-8ba2-a03b37b659c6-1776781996.jpg?v=1779972196","url":"https:\/\/crescentgems.com\/en-ca\/collections\/natural-chrysoberyl-loose-stones-sri-lanka.oembed","provider":"Crescent Gems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}