“Gems captivate with their natural beauty. Each stone tells a unique story. From diamonds to rubies, a world of splendor awaits. Explore the allure of gemstones today.”

“Exploring
Gemstones: Nature’s Precious Creations”

“Sri Lanka’s
Gem Legacy: Treasures of the Island”

“Sri Lanka’s Gem Legacy: Exploring the Riches of the Island’s Precious Stones”

The island nation is famous for producing
high-quality gemstones such as saphires,
rubies, and garnets.

Sri Lanka’s Exquisite Gems and jewelry

Golden Horizons:
Sri Lanka’s Stunning Sunset Beaches

Sri Lanka’s beaches: pristine sands, azure waters,
paradise found.

Discover Sri Lanka’s breathtaking waterfalls,
where cascading torrents meet lush greenery
in a symphony of nature’s beauty.

Nature’s Cascades:
Sri Lanka’s Spectacular Waterfalls

(The Natural Black Star Sapphire & Natural Green Beryl Cat’s Eye)

On January 2024, Guinness World Records Confirmed the Natural Black Star Sapphire (Also known as: The Black Star of Eva) weighting 3621.35 Carats and the Natural Green beryl Cat’s Eye (Also Known as: The Eye of Hope) weighting 854.95 Carats. Together known as “The Guinness Star and Crescent.”

THE GUINNESS STAR AND CRESCENT CERTIFIED BY:

Harold Weinstein Ltd. Toronto, Canada.
National Gem and Jewellery Authority – Colombo, Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Atomic Energy Board, Nuclear Analytical Services- Colombo, Sri Lanka
Lanka Gemmological Laboratary,LGL- Colombo, Sri Lanka
Advance Gem Testing Lab (PVT)Ltd,AGTL – Beruwala, Sri Lanka
Global Gem Testing Laboratory,GGTL- Colombo, Sri Lanka
Gemmological Institute of Colombo, GIC- Colombo, Sri Lanka

Black Sapphire Meaning & History

As a black stone, it’s unsurprising that black sapphire is often associated with the mysterious and mystical. Overall, black sapphire symbolizes protection, prestige, and power.

Medieval Europeans believed all black stones were lucky and protective. Similarly, an Italian myth claims that touching black diamonds would bring newlyweds good luck. Asteriated stones, historically called “asteria” or “asterion,” have led to various superstitions over time.

Testimonials are a social proof, a powerful way to inspire trust.

Consultant Gemmologist
Ashan S. Amarasinghe.
FGA (UK), DGA (UK), MGA (SL), BBA (UK), MBA (UK)

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What Is Black Star Sapphire?

Many sapphires can display an optical phenomenon called asterism. These stones, called “star sapphires” or “asteriated sapphires,” have star-like rays of reflected light. Most have six-rayed stars. 
The phenomenon comes from dense, parallel inclusions that reflect light differently than the sapphire base.
Typical star sapphire colors are black, pink, and blue. Yellow, orange, or green star sapphires are rare.
Black Star Sapphires most asteriated sapphires get their “star” from inclusions of rutile or diaspore, but black star sapphires get it from ilmenite or hematite inclusions.  Sometimes, ilmenite and hematite inclusions criss-cross, creating exceptional black star sapphires.

The Eye of Hope

Owner’s statement

As a long-time gem dealer, I come from generations of gem traders in Sri Lanka.  My family is well-known in the gemstone community. My father began as a gem miner and became a gem dealer in the 1980s.  He has been in the gemstone business for over 40 years. During my teenage years, my father inspired my interest in the business of gemstones.  My interest always focused on the unique stone; the one, which stood out from the rest.

“I always wanted to do something special to represent my country Sri Lanka and there is nothing more thrilling than being a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title holder for two titles. The World’s Largest Natural Black Star Sapphire, also known as – “The Black Star of Eva” and The Natural Green Beryl Cat’s Eye, also known as “The Eye of Hope” are the world’s rarest gem collections. Together known as “The Guinness Star & Crescent.” – Owner (Sri Lanka)

The world’s largest Natural black star sapphire, unearthed in Sri Lanka, weighs in at an astonishing 3621.35 Carats (724.27 Grams). The Black Star Sapphire was passed down to me from my ancestors. I named the extraordinary huge gemstone as “The Black Star of Eva.” referenced as full of life or mother of life. 

The Black Star of Eva’s cabochon cut beckons us to explore its mysterious depths, much like unravelling the secrets of space. As light ballets on its surface, the star phenomenon emerges, revealing a celestial glamour that captivates the eye. The Black Star of Eva displays an air of mystique and sophistication. It’s a hue that directs thoughtfulness and captivates the imagination, a gem that represents the essence of luxury and power. Sourced from the legendary land of Ceylon/Serendib (Sri Lanka), this Black Star of Eva carries with it the essence of its origin. A place known for unearthing some of the world’s most exquisite gems.

The world’s largest Natural Green Beryl Cat’s Eye, unearthed in Madagascar, weighs in at an extraordinary 854.95 Carats (170.99 Grams).  This magnificent Beryl Cat’s Eye exhibits a rare combination of size and excellent green body colour with a prominent display of a silvery chatoyant (Cat’s Eye) effect. Shaped with meticulous precision, this gem highlights an outstanding polish that mirrors our reflection with every glance. As we hold this treasure in our hands, we will feel the artisanship that has gone into creating a gem of incomparable brilliance.

The Eye of hope symbolizes “Hope.”; it is my hope and wish that all of us around the world grow as one nation indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. I also believe that the sparkling ray of “The Eye of Hope” endeavors one of the greatest gems found in the history of Mother Nature of gemmology. Today I am extremely proud to be able to say that I am the sole Guinness World Record titleholder of “The Black Star of Eva” and “The Eye of Hope”– Owner (Sri Lanka)