3.48 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Cabochon Garnet Pair from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the red soils of Ceylon, where monsoon rains and ancient geology conspired to concentrate nature into gemstones, this marquise pair of garnets began as rough crystals unearthed by local miners who have read the land for generations. Each stone was selected for its deep, dark color and then lovingly shaped into smooth marquise cabochons, revealing a translucent heart that glows when light passes through. The pair weighs 1.70 carats and 1.78 carats respectively, with dimensions of 10.12 x 5.12 x 3.47 mm and 10.15 x 5.18 x 3.58 mm. They are cabochon cut, have a clarity grade of very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, and an excellent polish, and no enhancement has been applied. At The Natural Gemstone Company we work with trusted partners in Sri Lanka to preserve both the story and the integrity of each gem, so you receive a stone that carries its origin and provenance as part of its charm.

In the workshop these garnets take on new lives, because their marquise cabochon form invites a wide range of creative settings and customizations. Their smooth domed surface and deep red tone make them perfect for secure bezel settings that showcase the gentle play of light, or for elegant prong mounts that allow a hint of translucency to shine through. They adapt beautifully to paired earring designs, mirror image ring settings, long station necklaces, and vertical stacking rings that emphasize symmetry. Consider warm yellow or rose gold to enhance the red glow, or cool white metals for a contemporary contrast. For bespoke pieces we can orient the marquise points to lengthen a finger, to echo the lines of a pendant, or to nestle the pair as the focal points of a cuff or a brooch. Because these garnets are unenhanced and finely polished, they lend themselves to heirloom restorations and modern minimalist designs alike, and our design team at The Natural Gemstone Company is ready to collaborate on custom sketches, metal choices, and settings that honor the gem and the wearer.