Mining Journal - Field Report #264 Location: Elahera District, Sri Lanka
Date: May 22, 2024
Prospecting Notes: Hand-selected rough from exclusive padparadscha-bearing alluvium
Specimen Documentation: Rare 4.1ct rough crystal displaying distinctive salmon-pink coloration characteristic of genuine Ceylon padparadscha. Field assessment confirmed vivid saturation with perfect pink-orange balance - no secondary color modifiers detected under daylight examination.
Mine Site Log: Extracted from highly selective padparadscha gravels at 4.2 meter depth in Elahera's renowned color-change zone. Surrounding geology typical of Sri Lanka's high-grade metamorphic terrain. Recovery required careful hand-sorting due to extreme rarity of true padparadscha specimens.
Field Collection Analysis: Raw material exhibited exceptional clarity with natural lotus-blossom coloration intact. No thermal enhancement indicators observed - pure Ceylon padparadscha displaying coveted salmon hue. Crystal structure ideal for precision faceting.
Rough Material Processing: Premium exclusive cushion cut executed to maximize color concentration and optical brilliance. Proprietary cutting angles employed to enhance padparadscha's unique color properties. Final yield: 1.08ct finished gem, representing 67% recovery rate.
Geological Survey Notes: Authentic padparadscha representing Sri Lanka's most coveted corundum variety. Vivid salmon coloration falls within classical padparadscha parameters established by gemological institutes.
Site Documentation: Color verified across multiple lighting conditions. Recommended for elite collection requiring certified Ceylon padparadscha provenance.