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2.13 Ct. Purplish Pink Garnet from Madagascar
Item ID: | K23315 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 8.6 Width: 7.02 Height: 4.24 |
Weight: | 2.13 Ct. |
Color: help | Purplish Pink |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Madagascar |
Per carat price: help | $188 |
This purplish pink garnet carries the patina of time and the quiet authority of stones that have been treasured for centuries. Formed under intense heat and pressure deep within the earth, this 2.13 carat oval gem was born from the same ancient forces that produced the garnets of crown jewels and maritime talismans, a lineage that links it to tradition and ceremony. Mined in Madagascar, a place known for rich and diverse gem deposits, the rough crystal was carefully extracted by experienced miners who respect the land and the rhythm of the seasons. From the moment it left the earth its potential was clear, a transparent heart waiting to be revealed, and that potential guided every careful decision that followed.
In the hands of a master cutter the stone came alive, its mixed brilliant cut chosen to balance brilliance and depth, to show off that intense color intensity while preserving an elegant oval silhouette. Measuring 8.60 by 7.02 by 4.24 millimeters, with an oval shape that flatters many settings, the gem presents a clarity graded as very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, and an excellent polish that enhances its mirror like surfaces. A gentle heat treatment was applied to stabilize and enrich the hue, a common and controlled enhancement that elevates the stone without compromising its integrity. Each facet was planned to play with light, sending back flashes of vibrant pink and deep purplish tones that move as the gem turns, a living color that seems to hold memory and motion at once.
At The Natural Gemstone Company we shepherded this garnet through its transformation from wild crystal to a poised gemstone ready for its next chapter. Our tradition is to honor both the origin and the craft, pairing ethical sourcing with meticulous grading and a commitment to timeless design. This garnet invites a setting that will become an heirloom, whether mounted in a classic solitaire, a vintage inspired halo, or a bespoke commission that echoes family legacy. It is a stone for those who value history, for collectors who look for narrative in color and cut, and for anyone seeking a piece that will be cherished across generations. Allow this garnet to become part of your story, a small fragment of ancient earth, brought to market with care, ready to be passed on as a cherished keepsake.
