1.46 Ct. Garnet from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

A singular, museum quality red garnet awaits the discerning collector, a transparent princess shape gemstone that speaks of scarcity and refined taste, weighing 1.46 carats with precise dimensions of 5.74 x 5.28 x 4.89 mm. This gem radiates an intense color intensity that is immediately arresting, a rich, saturated red that sets it apart from the common palette of garnets on the market. The clarity grade is very slightly included evaluated at eye level, preserving a crystal clear brilliance to the naked eye while offering character under closer study, and the polish has been executed to an excellent standard bringing each facet to life. There has been no enhancement of any kind, this garnet is entirely natural, and its origin in Ceylon Sri Lanka lends it a provenance that collectors and connoisseurs recognize as exceptional. At The Natural Gemstone Company we present this stone as part of a very select inventory, an opportunity to own a garnet that is as rare in presence as it is in pedigree.

To appreciate how uncommon this gemstone truly is it helps to consider the usual range of garnet offerings, both in size and in hue. Garnets are frequently available in small sizes with warm orange brown undertones, and the vivid, pure red that this princess cut displays at nearly one and a half carats is a combination rarely encountered. Many garnets that approach this carat weight carry more muted tones or require treatments to achieve visual depth, yet this piece retains uncompromised intensity without any enhancement. The specific dimensions of 5.74 x 5.28 x 4.89 mm yield a favorable face up appearance for its weight, and the princess cut amplifies the gem's color saturation while allowing generous light return. In comparison to round or oval garnets of similar carat weight this princess shape presents a uniquely contemporary silhouette and a crispness of facet structure that emphasizes the stone's inner fire, making it a standout choice for a bespoke engagement piece, an heirloom ring, or a singular pendant for a private collection.

Craftsmanship is intrinsic to rarity, and this garnet has been fashioned with the meticulous attention to proportion and symmetry that transforms a fine rough into an exceptional finished gem. The princess cut is technically demanding, requiring precise facet alignment to achieve optimal brilliance and minimize light leakage, and the cutter has succeeded in producing gleaming facets that interplay with the gem's natural transparency. The very slightly included clarity grade denotes inclusions that are modest at eye level, preserving a virtually clean presentation to the wearer while offering gemmological authenticity to the collector. The excellent polish enhances every plane of the stone, delivering mirror like surfaces that intensify the red hue with each angle of light. Because the stone is unenhanced and originates from Ceylon Sri Lanka it carries with it the narrative of a distinguished source, an island known historically for producing gems with superior color and clarity. Owning a stone like this is to hold a piece of geological and artisanal history, recalibrated for modern tastes through exacting cut and finish.

Pieces of this quality and character appear infrequently, and for clients who seek exclusivity and provenance The Natural Gemstone Company curates a buying experience to match the rarity of the gem. This garnet is offered as a limited opportunity, a single piece ready to become the focal point of a custom commission or the jewel in an intimate collection. We extend personalized service to advise on setting options that will accentuate the red tone, whether set in warm yellow gold to deepen the color, in rose gold for a romantic glow, or in platinum to contrast and elevate the stone's clarity. For collectors who desire documentation we provide detailed reports and can arrange independent appraisal and secure shipping, ensuring that the acquisition reflects the value and uniqueness of the gem itself. If you would like to reserve this gemstone or discuss bespoke mounting and presentation options our specialists at The Natural Gemstone Company are available to guide you through every step, ensuring that this rare princess cut Ceylon garnet becomes an exceptional, exclusive addition to your collection.