Goshenite

This natural, untreated goshenite, weighing 1.79 ct, was cut from the same 53.6 ct rough crystal. It is one of four sister stones that originated from the same parent crystal. The high quality of the rough material is evident in this gemstone’s clear, colorless appearance and its exceptionally vibrant play of light.

The goshenite is virtually eye-clean. Only at the very edge is there a tiny, barely visible inclusion about the size of a speck of dust. Even upon close inspection, it remains extremely inconspicuous and does not impair either the transparency or the harmonious overall appearance of the stone. Rather, it subtly hints at its natural origin.

The excellently executed oval cut combines an elegant, balanced shape with precise faceting. The incoming light is refracted into numerous bright reflections, giving the goshenite an exceptionally intense brilliance. Even the slightest movement causes the stone to come alive with light, revealing ever-changing patterns of light.

Its nearly colorless appearance is accompanied by an extremely subtle bluish sheen, which gives goshenite a cool, fresh, and almost weightless aura. Depending on the angle of the light and the viewing angle, this delicate hue becomes more or less prominent, enriching the lively play of light without overshadowing the gemstone’s fundamentally colorless character.

Its clean lines and harmonious proportions make the colorless crystal appear particularly open and radiant. Transparency, shape, and the play of light combine to form a harmonious overall composition that gives this goshenite a remarkable presence despite its small size.

As one of four sister stones, this goshenite documents the journey from the original rough crystal to the perfectly cut gemstone. It symbolizes natural origins, meticulous cutting, and the unadulterated beauty of a colorless beryl, whose extraordinary brilliance has been brought to life through masterful craftsmanship.

The Origin of This Gemstone: Raw Crystal: 53.6 ct

The following were cut from this raw crystal:

• Goshenite cushion, AQ30/3 – 6.43 ct
• Goshenite square cushion, AQ30/1 – 1.79 ct
• Goshenite square cushion, AQ30/2 – 2.65 ct
• Goshenite oval, AQ30/4 – 1.79 ct

Total yield: 12.66 ct – 23.6% of the rough weight

The goshenite comes from southern Africa. The rough stone was sourced for us directly from the source by our partners, inspected by us, and then expertly cut.

⁽*⁾To the best of our knowledge and according to information from our local partners, the gemstone is untreated.

For an additional fee, we'd be happy to arrange for a certificate from an independent gemological institute to be issued for this gemstone.

Images may vary depending on monitor settings. The videos of the stone were recorded without filters or color correction.

The true beauty of a gemstone is only revealed when you hold it in your hand. With every slight movement, the angle of the light, the reflections, and the play of colors change, giving each stone its own unique vibrancy. 

Interesting Facts About Goshenite

Goshenite is the colorless variety of the mineral beryl and thus belongs to the same important gemstone family as aquamarine, emerald, heliodor, and morganite. While these varieties derive their characteristic colors from various trace elements, goshenite is distinguished by the near-total absence of coloring components. Its beauty therefore lies not in an intense color, but in the crystal’s exceptional clarity and transparency.

Goshenite was named after the town of Goshen in the U.S. state of Massachusetts, where this colorless variety of beryl was first described. Today, high-quality crystals are also found in other major gemstone regions. Particularly clear specimens are best suited for use as cut gemstones, since a colorless crystal allows both its natural purity and the precision of the cut to be immediately visible.

The special allure of a high-quality goshenite stems from the interplay of light, transparency, and faceting. Since no distinct inherent color interferes with the incoming light, it can pass through the gemstone almost unimpeded. A precisely executed cut creates numerous bright reflections and gives the goshenite a clear, vibrant brilliance. Even the slightest movements alter the play of light, causing the gemstone to sparkle anew again and again.

It is precisely its colorlessness that places high demands on the quality of the rough crystal and on the cutter’s craftsmanship. Inclusions, proportions, and individual facets are more clearly visible than in more heavily colored gemstones. An exceptionally clear goshenite with harmonious proportions and meticulous faceting therefore possesses a quiet, almost weightless elegance that reveals its full depth only upon close inspection.

As a natural and untreated variety of beryl, goshenite embodies a particularly pristine form of this mineral. Its beauty stems not from color, but from clarity, light, and perfect transparency. As such, it exemplifies the philosophy of the Bennad Collection: to reveal the unadulterated beauty of a natural crystal through careful selection, documented origin, and masterful cutting.