0.98 Ct. Garnet from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

One exquisite and rare heart shaped color change garnet, weighing 0.98 carat, presents an intimate balance of romance and geological rarity. This transparent gem has been masterfully fashioned into a heart, with dimensions of 5.40 x 5.82 x 3.40 mm, a mixed brilliant cut that maximizes scintillation, and an excellent polish that allows light to dance from every facet. Clarity is graded as very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, offering a near pristine visual experience while preserving natural character. The color intensity is medium intense, and the stone shows a beguiling change under different light sources, a trait treasured by connoisseurs. There has been no enhancement to alter its beauty, and its origin from Ceylon Sri Lanka speaks to a lineage of gemstones famed for exceptional color and integrity. This gem is cataloged and offered by The Natural Gemstone Company, where provenance and honesty are as important as the gem itself.

The color change phenomenon in this garnet is subtle and sophisticated, not a spectacle meant for mass production but an intimate secret reserved for the discerning owner. Under fluorescent lighting the gem leans toward a soft teal green, cool and modern, while under incandescent lighting it warms and deepens to a richer blue green, an effect that feels tailored to the moment. The mixed brilliant facet arrangement heightens this transformation, allowing flashes of vivid tone to surface with movement and angle. Because this garnet is transparent and finely polished, it responds gracefully to surrounding colors and settings, reflecting metallic accents and skin tones alike. Such qualities are rare in a heart shape under one carat, and they mark this stone as an object more likely to be cherished than merely worn.

This garnet is versatile in a way that only the finest natural gems can be. In a simple bezel or solitaire setting it becomes an everyday talisman, its color shifting playfully between coffee runs and gallery openings, making quiet statements of taste and individuality. Mounted in a more elaborate setting with pavé shoulders or paired with warm 18 carat yellow gold it asserts presence at formal evenings, marrying classic elegance with unexpected modern color. The heart silhouette adds emotional resonance, perfect for bespoke engagement pieces, anniversary gifts, or a private commission for someone who values jewelry as narrative rather than ornament. Its size makes it especially adaptable to rings, pendants, and even custom earring designs that demand a center stone with personality and technical refinement.

Ownership of this heart shaped color change garnet is an invitation to join an exclusive circle that values rarity, provenance, and thoughtful craftsmanship. The Natural Gemstone Company offers this stone as a singular opportunity, a gem that will not be replicated in its exact combination of weight, cut, color response, and origin. For clients seeking pieces that speak to individuality and quiet luxury, this garnet is a perfect candidate for a bespoke commission. We provide full disclosure regarding its origin in Ceylon Sri Lanka, the absence of enhancement, and its exact specifications, including 0.98 carat weight, 5.40 x 5.82 x 3.40 mm dimensions, mixed brilliant cut, very very slightly included clarity, medium intense color intensity, and excellent polish. Enquire with The Natural Gemstone Company to reserve this one of a kind heart garnet, and allow us to guide you through design options that will make this rare stone the centerpiece of a new family heirloom.