1.15 Ct. Garnet from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This transparent 1.15 carat cushion shaped red garnet from Ceylon is presented with precise proportions, 6.63 x 5.12 x 3.68 mm, a mixed brilliant cut, vivid color intensity, and an excellent polish. Clarity is rated very very slightly included as evaluated at eye level, which for practical purposes means the stone is eye clean and any inclusions are minute and do not interrupt the overall transparency or light return. The mixed brilliant pavilion and well proportioned crown allow strong internal reflection, producing lively flashes and a well balanced face up appearance. No enhancement has been applied, making this natural specimen desirable to connoisseurs who prioritize untreated material. As a gem familiar to our specialists at The Natural Gemstone Company, this garnet shows the strong, saturated red that collectors expect, with a slightly warm undertone that reads as a pure vivid red in daylight and a more complex crimson under incandescent light.

When comparing hue and tone to garnets from other famous locations, this Ceylon example leans toward a clean, vivid red with subtle warmth, rather than the markedly brownish or orange leaning tones seen in some east African material. Mozambique garnets often show an intense, deep pigeon blood red that can be darker in tone than this Ceylon stone, while certain Tanzanian and Madagascan garnets may possess stronger orange or brown modifiers that mute the pure red. Russian and Indian almandine garnets can present a denser, more garnet brown red, and Brazilian pieces sometimes appear lighter and more cherry like in hue. The Sri Lankan origin here contributes to a balance of saturation and clarity that is particularly attractive for wearable gems, offering a vivid color intensity without sacrificing transparency. For the educated buyer, this combination of eye level clarity, natural state with no enhancement, excellent polish, and an appealing mixed brilliant cut enhances both aesthetic and investment value, because untreated, well cut garnets of this size and color are relatively uncommon. The dimensions and cushion outline make it ideal for a classic solitaire ring or an elegant pendant, and given the hardness and toughness typical of garnet species, it is suitable for everyday wear with normal care. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind the provenance and description, and we welcome enquiries for additional imaging, certification, or custom mounting options.