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We are honoured to present a gemstone that speaks softly, yet leaves a lasting impression — a natural Zultanite, also known as Turkish Diaspore. This rare and remarkable stone invites the eye to look again, and again, as it reveals something new with every shift of light.

This cushion-cut gem, weighing 0.91 carat and measuring 5.7 x 5.0 x 3.8 mm, was born within the Ilbir Mountains of southwestern Turkey — the world’s sole source of gem-quality Zultanite. These ancient peaks, sculpted by time, are home to deposits so limited that only a tiny percentage of what is unearthed yields fine, facetable stones of this calibre.

Zultanite’s magic lies in its natural colour change — a phenomenon that fascinates gemologists and collectors alike. By day, it drifts between soft yellow and fresh green, as if it cannot quite decide where its heart belongs. Even stepping from one room to another, or out onto a balcony bathed in natural light, you will see it shift — sometimes subtly, sometimes strikingly — confusing the eye, delighting the spirit. It is as if you are receiving several gemstones in one: a living jewel that responds to its surroundings, offering something new at every glance.

This is not a gemstone of loud proclamation, but one of quiet wonder — a gem that sparks conversation, curiosity, and admiration when its secret is revealed. To own Zultanite is to own a piece of nature’s artistry, a reminder that beauty is often found in change.

Offered here as a Splendid Specimen — rare, genuine, and ready to inspire.

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Stock #ZUL91

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