Accent Stones Garnet Ring 2.50 Ct., 18K Yellow Gold

This ring centers on a beautifully transparent 2.50 carat round red garnet, precisely measured at 8.02 by 8.04 by 5.43 millimeters, cut with a checkerboard crown that emphasizes broad, mirrorlike facets. The checkerboard cut is an intentional design choice to maximize the stone s surface interplay of light and color, producing a lively scintillation across the table while preserving deep, even saturation throughout the pavilion. The garnet is graded as very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which indicates that inclusions are minimal and do not detract from the gem s visual presence in normal wear. The stone exhibits vivid color saturation combined with excellent polish, and has been heat treated, a stable and commonly accepted enhancement that deepens red tones and improves overall clarity without compromising structural integrity. Sourced from Ceylon Sri Lanka, this garnet benefits from an origin associated with consistently high quality transparent gem material, and the provenance complements the gem s desirability for a knowledgeable buyer seeking both aesthetic appeal and documented origin.

Complementing the center garnet, the ring features rounds of white natural diamonds with strong color and clarity credentials that are selected to elevate the central red without competing with it. The primary grouping of accent diamonds weighs approximately 0.252 carats and the secondary accents total approximately 0.06 carats, yielding a combined accent weight of about 0.312 carats. All accent diamonds are graded VS for clarity and F or G for color, placing them in the near colorless range where they read as bright white against yellow gold and provide lively brilliance. The VS clarity grade ensures that the small melee diamonds are clean to the eye, contributing crisp sparkle to the halo and side motifs rather than any distracting internal characteristics. For an educated purchaser, this combination of near colorless, eye clean diamonds set adjacent to a vivid, saturated red garnet offers a considered balance of contrast and harmony that enhances perceived value.

The setting is executed in 14K yellow gold, chosen both for its durability and for the warm tonal contrast that amplifies the garnet s rich red. The design detail surrounding the center stone is deliberately intricate, with a scalloped halo and petal shaped clusters that cradle the garnet and orient accent diamonds so they reflect light into the center. Prong placement elevates the garnet slightly above the gallery, allowing light to enter from multiple angles, and the open under gallery is shaped to permit greater pavilion exposure to ambient light, thereby increasing depth and color saturation as the piece moves. The accent diamonds are set with small prongs and bead settings that create a lace like silhouette around the stone, which frames the checkerboard facets and produces a starburst effect when viewed face up. The shank is fully polished and proportioned to maintain visual balance without overwhelming the focal cluster, and the craftsmanship emphasizes secure settings that minimize metal visibility around the diamonds so that sparkle remains uninterrupted.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we present this ring to appeal to discerning buyers who appreciate both gemological transparency and considered design. The combination of a 2.50 carat Ceylon garnet with vivid saturation, heat treatment disclosed up front, and a halo of carefully matched F G, VS diamonds in 14K yellow gold results in a piece that reads as refined and wearable, while offering solid gemological credentials. For care, we advise gentle cleaning with a soft brush and mild soap and warm water, avoiding ultrasonic cleaners or harsh chemicals due to the garnet s specific inclusions and enhancement history, and routine inspection of prongs to maintain the integrity of the delicate halo. This ring represents a thoughtful investment in color, cut, and setting, and our team at The Natural Gemstone Company is available to provide further details on grading reports, exact diamond counts, or custom modifications to meet individual preferences.