1.35 Ct. Garnet from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

There is a quiet poetry held in this single cushion shaped garnet, a small universe of pinkish red fire, a heart of color that seems to hold dusk and dawn together, transparent and true, weighing 1.35 carats, measuring 6.84 x 6.30 x 3.97 mm, each dimension a promise of balance and brilliance. Sourced from the storied soils of Ceylon Sri Lanka, this stone carries the island light within its facets, an intense color intensity that draws the eye like a secret kept close to the skin. The mixed brilliant cut has been harmonized to coax scintillation from every angle, the excellent polish lending a satin sheen where light slips and is captured, and the clarity grade of very very slightly included at eye level means the gem is serenely clean to the gaze, a purity that feels intimate rather than clinical. Untreated and without enhancement, it remains an honest offering of nature, a garnet that asks only for a setting worthy of its natural song.

For custom jewelry the proportions of this gem are a jeweler and a dreamers delight, the cushion shape with its soft corners and generous face sits like a small portrait, perfectly suited to become the heart of a bespoke ring, a pendant that rests like a secret at the throat, a pair of drop earrings that frame the face with warm light. At 1.35 carats this garnet is substantial enough to command attention, yet modest enough to lend itself to a variety of designs, permitting both intimate and dramatic compositions. The measured depth of 3.97 mm creates a pleasing profile for both low bezel settings and airy claw mounts, the mixed brilliant cut ensuring that whether mounted close to the hand or elevated on a fine prong, the gem will return light in lively flashes. Jewelers find the cushion shape generous for creative metal work, the rounded corners inviting ornate frames or clean contemporary lines, and the even dimensions mean symmetry is a natural companion, making it an ideal candidate for custom engagement rings where comfort, wearability, and visual impact must all coexist.

Imagine this stone set into a design that speaks in whispers and bold declarations, a simple solitaire where the pinkish red heart of the garnet breathes against warm gold, a halo of fine melee that amplifies its glow, or a vintage inspired setting where milgrain and filigree cradle its cushion face like a relic of a love that will be told and retold. Consider a bezel that protects and flatters, creating a smooth profile for an everyday ring that ages with the wearer, or a raised setting that lets the mixed brilliant facets catch sun and candle alike, scattering starry motes of light. For those who cherish the provenance of their treasures, the unenhanced origin from Ceylon Sri Lanka adds a layer of narrative, a link to ancient trade routes and island craftsmanship, a story to be handed down with the jewel. At The Natural Gemstone Company we understand the alchemy that occurs when the right stone meets the right design, and we see this garnet as a centerpiece for jewelry that becomes an heirloom, a keepsake that carries memory as much as material.

If you are imagining an engagement that favors warmth over convention, a gift that celebrates a milestone with color and conviction, or a creation that will be worn close every day, this garnet invites collaboration, it asks to be set with intention and skill. Our gem specialists and designers delight in pairing stones like this with metals and settings that honor their essence, offering guidance on proportions, mounting styles, and the interplay of light and form. Reach out to The Natural Gemstone Company when you are ready to design, and we will help translate the quiet radiance of this cushion garnet into a piece that fits the hand and the heart, crafted to last, revered for its origin, and cherished for the warmth it brings to every glance.