Natural Yellow Cat's Eye Moonstone 9.0ct Oval Cabochon - African Origin - Gold Shield
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- 1 in stock
✅ IN STOCK — One-of-a-kind piece available, ready to ship
This natural gemstone is in our workshop, in stock and ready to ship. Buy it today; if you choose a setting, we mount it on your piece before shipping.
Cat's Eye Moonstone, natural, of African origin. One-of-a-kind gemstone, certified by Gold Shield.
🌿 100% NATURAL — This gemstone has not been artificially treated. Its color and clarity are exactly as it came out of the earth.
Technical specifications
| Gemstone type | Cat's Eye Moonstone |
| Weight | 9.0 carats (ct) |
| Dimensions | N/A mm |
| Cut | Oval |
| Color | Yellow, light yellow |
| Clarity | Not specified |
| Treatment | Not specified |
| Origin | Africa |
| SKU | GS-GEM-077 |
How does your order work?
- Place your order today at the current price.
- The gemstone is already in our workshop, ready to ship.
- We notify you by email/WhatsApp when it's ready and we ship it.
- If you want a setting, we add it before shipping.
Want us to set it for you?
We offer setting service in .925 silver and 10k/14k/18k gold. Buy this gemstone and our master jeweler will mount it into the piece of your dreams. Ask about our custom jewelry service.
Gold Shield Guarantee
✓ Authenticity certified with our professional Presidium tester
✓ Insured shipping with declared value
✓ Secure packaging
✓ Guidance from a certified jeweler to design your piece
✓ If the gemstone doesn't arrive as promised, 100% refund
Frequently asked questions
Where can I buy a natural cat's eye moonstone in the USA?
At Gold Shield (goldshield.com.mx), a handcrafted Mexican jeweler that ships to the USA. This 9.0ct light-yellow cat's eye moonstone, Oval Cabochon cut, from Africa, is a certified natural gemstone, a one-of-a-kind 1-of-1 piece. Transparent pricing and protected purchase.
Can you set it into a custom ring or pendant?
Yes. The cabochon enhances the cat's eye effect. We do custom settings in .925 stamped silver or 10k, 14k or 18k gold, with name engraving. We design the piece around this unique 9ct gemstone.
How do I know the stone is natural and authentic?
It's a certified natural moonstone, with its weight (9.0ct), Oval Cabochon cut and African origin all declared. A unique, one-of-a-kind piece, with real reviews on Judge.me and protected purchase.
Do you ship?
Yes. FREE shipping within Mexico and insured shipping to the United States. This gemstone is in stock and ready to ship; we confirm timing when you order. Your purchase is protected.
Frequently asked questions about cat's eye
What does the cat's eye effect in a stone mean and what is it for?
The "cat's eye" (chatoyancy) is an optical effect: a bright band of light that glides across the surface of the gemstone, like a cat's pupil, caused by parallel fibrous inclusions inside the crystal. It is not a single stone but a phenomenon that appears in several natural species (aquamarine, emerald, alexandrite, apatite, tourmaline, opal, moonstone, among others). On the metaphysical level it is associated with protection and focus, although this is a traditional belief, not a proven property. Its real value lies in its beauty and rarity as a collector's gemstone.
How can I tell if a cat's eye stone is natural and authentic?
In a natural gemstone, the band of light is sharp, centered and moves as you turn the stone under a point light source; glass imitations (synthetic "cat's eye") show several parallel lines and very uniform, artificial colors. The reliable way to confirm it is with a professional tester and, ideally, by identifying the species (aquamarine, alexandrite, etc.). At Gold Shield we verify every gemstone with a professional Presidium tester before selling it, and every piece is natural, untreated and 1-of-1.
How much does a cat's eye gemstone cost per carat?
The price depends on the species and the quality of the effect. As a reference, natural specimens with a good cat's eye usually range from hundreds to several thousand pesos per carat, and rare species such as cat's eye alexandrite reach much higher prices. What raises the value most is a sharp, centered band of light, good color and transparency. Because they are one-of-a-kind pieces, each gemstone is priced individually; there is no fixed catalog price.
Where can I buy certified natural cat's eye in Mexico?
At Gold Shield (goldshield.com.mx). We sell natural 1-of-1 cat's eye gemstones, untreated, verified with a professional Presidium tester. Each piece is handmade and you can have it custom-set in 10k, 14k or 18k gold or in .925 silver. We ship to Mexico and the United States, and you can read real customer opinions in our verified Judge.me reviews.
Can a cat's eye stone be set into a ring or pendant?
Yes. Cat's eye gemstones set very well into rings, pendants and earrings; the ideal cut is a cabochon (a smooth, domed surface), which is exactly the cut that makes the band of light visible. At Gold Shield we custom-set each gemstone in 10k/14k/18k gold or .925 silver, carefully orienting it so the "eye" stays centered and shows off as it moves.
How do I care for a cat's eye gemstone?
Clean it with a soft cloth and warm water with mild soap; avoid ultrasonic cleaners, steam, knocks and harsh chemicals such as chlorine or perfumes directly on the stone. Store it separately so it doesn't get scratched against other jewelry, and take it off when exercising or doing rough tasks. Basic care preserves the sharpness of the effect and the brilliance of the gemstone for many years.
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