Antique Style Garnet Ring 2.54 Ct., 14K Yellow Gold

This ring centers on a finely cut red garnet, cushion shape, weighing 2.54 carats, with dimensions 8.10 by 7.82 by 4.91 millimeters. The cutter employed a mixed brilliant motif, combining a brilliant facet arrangement on the crown with more linear pavilion facets, to balance scintillation and color saturation. The crown table and star facets are proportioned to maximize return from overhead light, while the pavilion facets are calibrated to a depth that measures approximately sixty two percent of the average girdle span, yielding controlled internal reflection without excessive darkness in the pavilion. Clarity is graded eye clean at normal viewing distance, with no identifying inclusions that interrupt the visual plane, and the polish is described as excellent, producing sharp facet junctions and crisp light return across the polished facet planes. Color is vivid, with a strong, even red saturation that benefits from the mixed brilliant faceting which disperses light and emphasizes the stone s red hue, and the garnet is natural with no enhancement declared, originating from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a provenance that is consistent with the balance of rich color and clean material seen in this example.

The mounting interprets both botanical motifs and structural architecture, combining flowing vine like engraving with the verticality of a cathedral gallery. The setting is executed in 14K yellow gold, the gallery rising to form an arched cage that lifts the garnet above the finger to optimize light ingress from multiple angles, and the shank splits into twin strands that rejoin at the base to create visual rhythm. The shank surfaces carry hand engraved leaf vein motifs and precision pierced work that read as tracery, the negative spaces reducing metal weight while increasing contrast against the gemstone s profile. Prongs are positioned at the corners of the cushion outline to secure the pavilion girdle with minimal metal intrusion, the prong tips formed to cradle the girdle without obscuring crown facets. Milgrain accents line the engraved edges, and the interior face of the band is finished to a comfort fit profile with a high polish, ensuring long term wearability and stable seating. Craftsmanship details include controlled facet alignment between stone and setting planes, consistent solder joins that preserve the continuity of the engraved pattern, and a symmetry that references classical architectural proportion while allowing for organic asymmetry in the vine motifs.

For the technically minded buyer this ring presents a clear specification and a considered execution, the mixed brilliant cut leveraging garnet s refractive characteristics to produce strong sparkle while preserving hue, and the depth proportions maintaining a balance between brilliance and face up color. The absence of treatment confirms that the color and clarity are intrinsic to the material, and the Sri Lankan origin situates the piece within a known geological source for finely colored garnets. The 14K yellow gold provides a warm color contrast that complements the garnet s saturation, and the elevated cathedral construction serves both aesthetic and optical functions by clearing the field of view around the stone and allowing light to enter the pavilion freely. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind the selection and setting of this stone, offering provenance notes and detailed imaging for close examination prior to purchase, and recommended care includes routine gentle cleaning with mild soap and a soft brush, avoidance of prolonged exposure to high heat and harsh chemicals, and periodic inspection of prong integrity to maintain security. This ring will appeal to connoisseurs who prioritize documented gem origin, precise facet craft, and an articulated design language that marries natural motifs with architectural discipline.