Accent Stones Rubellite Tourmaline Ring 2.26 Ct., 14K Yellow Gold

This ring centers on a single, transparent pear shape rubellite tourmaline weighing 2.26 carats, a gem that combines significant size with refined optical qualities. The stone measures 11.53 by 7.79 by 4.70 millimeters, and it is fashioned with a mixed brilliant cut to maximize scintillation and depth of color. The gem displays intense color saturation, a vivid pinkish red hue that is characteristic of fine rubellite from Madagascar, and an excellent polish that enhances light return across the pavilion and crown. Clarity has been assessed as very slightly included when viewed at eye level, indicating minor internal characteristics that do not detract from the gem's overall transparency and visual impact. There has been no enhancement to the stone, and its natural origin and untreated condition contribute to its gemological and aesthetic value.

Flanking the central rubellite are natural white marquise shaped diamonds with a combined weight of approximately 0.48 carats. Each diamond is selected for consistent proportions and matched for color and clarity, carrying color grade F and clarity grades within the range of Very Slightly Included, specifically VS1 and VS2. The marquise cuts are set along the upper shank to form a graduated and articulated accent band, which integrates with the central mounting to create a cohesive profile from the top and side views. The arrangement of marquise stones provides measured brilliance without overwhelming the central ruby tourmaline, and the negative space between settings allows light to pass and reflect, preserving the focal emphasis on the pear shaped center. Prong settings secure both the center stone and the marquise diamonds, and the mounting is designed to balance visual lightness with structural support.

The band and entire mounting are executed in 14 karat yellow gold, chosen for its balance of durability, wearability, and enduring warm hue. Fourteen karat gold incorporates a higher percentage of gold than lower alloys, while retaining sufficient alloyed metals to increase hardness and resistance to deformation, making it particularly suited to rings intended for long term wear. The structural design employs appropriately gauged shank thickness and reinforced prongs to maintain stone security and to resist everyday stresses that can affect rings during routine use. Unlike rhodium plated white metals, a full 14 karat yellow gold mounting does not depend on thin surface coatings for its color, so it retains its warm tone through normal wear and polishing, and it does not require periodic replating. Routine care such as periodic professional inspection of prongs and occasional polishing will preserve the metal finish and ensure continued security of the stones, while the inherent corrosion resistance of gold minimizes the risk of discoloration or tarnish under standard conditions. This ring is presented by The Natural Gemstone Company, crafted to combine careful gem selection with a robust metal framework, offering a balance of refined aesthetics and practical durability suitable for sustained, everyday wear.