1.15 Ct. Garnet from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the mountain drenched soils and river-worn gravels of Ceylon Sri Lanka this garnet began its journey as a humble crystal hidden in the earth, a slow creation of geological time and heat, emerging through weather and water until a local prospector recognized its unusual purplish pink hue, setting in motion a careful chain of hands that would transform it into the jewel you see now. Our cutters at The Natural Gemstone Company selected this piece for its transparency and intense color, and the stone was meticulously shaped into a cushion form to honor the natural crystal outlines. The mixed brilliant cut was chosen to balance fiery brilliance with a soft, romantic spread of color, each facet polished to an excellent finish so that light dances across the pavilion and crown with every tilt of the hand. From extraction to final polish no enhancements were applied, this garnet remains wholly natural, a rare testament to Ceylon earth and artisanal cutting.

What makes this 1.15 carat gem exceptional is not only its provenance but the combination of size, hue, and clarity, a convergence seldom encountered in the market. At 6.05 x 5.55 x 4.17 mm this cushion shaped purplish pink garnet sits above the more common small pinks and reds that are often seen in jewelry, carrying an intensity of color that reads as both rich and lively, rather than flat or overly dark. Its clarity is very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a grade that allows the gem to remain vividly transparent while retaining natural character, and the excellent polish elevates the optical performance of the mixed brilliant facets. Compared with similar garnets, which frequently exhibit deeper red tones or paler pink washes, this stone offers a rare purplish pink saturation at this carat weight without heat treatment or filling. It is ideal for a refined solitaire ring, a delicate halo pendant, or a bespoke commission that emphasizes individuality. If you would like further high resolution images, setting recommendations, or to arrange a viewing, our gem specialists at The Natural Gemstone Company are ready to guide you, because owning a gem with a story is the beginning of crafting your own.