1.23 Ct. Garnet from Tanzania

This pear shaped green garnet presents as a transparent, well proportioned specimen, weighing 1.23 carats, with dimensions of 8.58 x 5.29 x 3.96 mm. The mixed brilliant cut combines a faceted crown with a more traditional pavilion, producing a refined balance between brilliance and depth. Clarity is graded as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, yielding an optically clean appearance that imparts a near flawless quality to the stone. Color is a medium light green, consistent and evenly distributed across the table and facets, and the surface exhibits an excellent polish. There are no enhancements, and provenance is Tanzania, a source known for producing fine garnets. The Natural Gemstone Company documents these attributes to provide clear, verifiable information about origin and treatment status.

The cutting style and pear outline work together to maximize light performance across the gem. The mixed brilliant cut concentrates faceting on the crown to return light as scintillation and sparkle, while the pavilion facets contribute to depth and controlled flash. The pear silhouette directs light toward the tip and the wider shoulders in a complementary manner, creating a dynamic contrast between pinpoints of fire and broad flashes of green. Facet junctions are well aligned, and the symmetry of the pear shape is consistent with a precision cut. These characteristics enable the gem to exhibit lively brilliance and measured dispersion, resulting in visual interest from different viewing angles and under varied lighting conditions.

The clarity grade, very very slightly included at eye level, combined with the excellent polish, is central to the gems refined visual presence. Inclusions are minimal, fine, and positioned so as not to interrupt the path of light through the stone when set. The highly polished facets allow internal reflections to remain clean and unclouded, so that each surface angle contributes to a cohesive display of color and brilliance. This near flawless appearance at normal viewing distances enhances the perceived depth and purity of the green tone, and it produces a uniformity of reflection that reads as seamless to the naked eye. From the table to the pavilion, the interplay of light and facet geometry yields a balanced and elegant optical profile, with consistent brightness and controlled contrast across the span of the pear form.

Practical considerations for design and mounting reflect the gems balanced proportions and reliable optical qualities. At 1.23 carats and the stated dimensions, the stone fits comfortably in a variety of settings, including solitaire rings, drop pendants, and accented designs, where the pear shape can be oriented to elongate a finger or to provide a focal drop in a necklace. The medium light color intensity provides enough presence to read as green at a distance while remaining versatile in combination with both white and yellow metals. The absence of enhancements and the documented origin in Tanzania add to the gems suitability for collectors and for those seeking naturally occurring material with transparent treatment history. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind the description and documented attributes provided, and the overall combination of cut, clarity, color, and polish results in a gem whose near flawless appearance enhances its beauty from every angle, delivering consistent optical performance and enduring aesthetic value.