Natural Agate (Aqeeq) 16.70ct Dark Brown, Oval, Yemen

16.70ct of Real Yamni Aqeeq, Rarely This Heavy

Frankly, finding a natural aqeeq 16.70ct dark brown oval with this level of translucency and color consistency is not something that happens every week. This stone came from a single lot sourced directly from Yemen, the same region that has supplied the finest aqeeq to Pakistani buyers for centuries. At 16.70 carats, it sits in a weight category where most sellers either can’t source or won’t disclose origin. We’re disclosing both.

The dark brown here is rich and tobacco-warm, with a depth that catches light differently depending on the angle. Asli stone. No treatment. Browse the full Yemeni aqeeq stone range to see how this compares.

What You’re Actually Getting at 16.70 Carats

Most sellers skip this: aqeeq is microcrystalline quartz, chalcedony, not a soft stone. It registers 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale. That’s harder than glass, harder than most organic gemstones, and durable enough for daily ring wear. The waxy luster on this piece is natural, not polished to simulate clarity.

This natural aqeeq 16.70ct dark brown oval shows clean translucency when backlit, no fractures, no inclusions visible to the naked eye. Origin: Yemen (and we mean the specific Hijaz-region deposits, not a generic country-of-origin stamp). Color saturation is even from girdle to table (a detail most sellers skip).

Why Pakistani Buyers Choose Yamni Aqeeq

What makes Yamni aqeeq different from Iranian or Indian varieties? The density and color depth. Yemeni deposits produce stones with a more saturated, consistent color, less banding variation, more uniform body tone. Pakistani buyers from Islamabad to Karachi’s Saddar market have historically paid a premium for this origin. With good reason.

Aqeeq carries Sunnah significance that no other gemstone matches in the Islamic tradition. The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) wore an aqeeq ring, and this practice is documented in authenticated narrations. Dark brown Yamni aqeeq helps the wearer maintain a connection to this tradition while carrying a stone of genuine geological quality. It’s worn for barakah, spiritual protection, and as a nazrana gift at nikkah ceremonies across Pakistan.

Authenticity: What Buyers Miss

Real or fake? It’s the right question, and most buyers in Pakistan don’t ask it firmly enough. Dyed agates from China and synthetic chalcedony from local workshops look identical to untrained eyes. GK Jewelers runs UV light tests, refractive index checks, and density measurements on every stone before listing (we check this ourselves before listing).

Two home tests worth knowing: press the stone against your cheek, real aqeeq stays cool longer than glass. Second, examine the surface under a loupe; natural aqeeq shows micro-surface texture, not the mirror-smooth finish of glass fakes. This natural aqeeq 16.70ct dark brown has passed both lab and field verification. See how we authenticate at our certified gemstone verification page.

Frequently Asked Questions

original aqeeq stone price in karachi

Original aqeeq stone price in Karachi varies widely, from PKR 800 for small, low-grade pieces to PKR 12,000+ for heavy, high-clarity Yemeni specimens above 15ct. This 16.70ct piece falls in the mid-to-premium range. GK Jewelers offers transparent pricing with no hidden charges, and aqeeq stone price in pakistan is clearly listed on each product page. WhatsApp us for current availability.

real vs fake aqeeq stone

Real aqeeq feels cool to the touch, has a waxy (not glassy) surface, and shows natural translucency with slight color variation when held to light. Fakes, dyed glass or synthetic chalcedony, look too perfect and feel lighter. UV light reveals dyed stones immediately; they fluoresce in unnatural pink or orange tones. Buy natural aqeeq online pakistan only from sellers who provide lab documentation.

which finger to wear aqeeq ring

In Islamic tradition, aqeeq is worn on the right hand. The ring finger or little finger of the right hand are both mentioned in narrations. Most Pakistani scholars recommend the little finger (khinsar) of the right hand for men, set in silver. Women can wear it on any finger of the right hand. Wear it with intention, that’s the Sunnah way.

Our Promise on This Stone

About GK Jewelers, we’ve been sourcing direct from regional traders for years, not buying from wholesale aggregators who can’t trace origin. Every stone gets a physical inspection. No exceptions.

7-day exchange policy. COD nationwide, Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, Peshawar, Quetta, and 200+ cities. WhatsApp response within hours, not days. Stones ship within 24 hours of order confirmation. That’s the GK difference.

Get This Aqeeq Today

You can order directly on this page or message us on WhatsApp with SKU AGT-11. COD is available everywhere in Pakistan. Want it set in a silver ring before shipping? We do custom settings, just mention it when you order. Stock on heavy Yemeni aqeeq moves fast. Don’t wait on this one.