2.38 Ct. Garnet from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

From the untouched landscapes of Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka, comes a remarkable specimen of precision craftsmanship and natural beauty: a 2.38 carat cushion-shaped red garnet. With dimensions meticulously measured at 9.09 x 7.11 x 4.15 mm, this gemstone promises more than just beauty; it holds the allure of timeless elegance. At The Natural Gemstone Company, we pride ourselves on sourcing gems of impeccable quality and singular origin. This garnet, evaluated at eye level, offers a clarity grade that is very slightly included, an indicator of its natural formation and authenticity. With its dark color intensity and excellent polish, each facet tells the story of an era when nature itself was the artist.

The checkerboard cut design enhances the garnet’s aesthetic appeal, creating a dance of light and shadow that plays out across its surface. The detailed faceting style is a testament to remarkable expertise, crafted to amplify the gem’s fiery red hues. This technique involves an intricate arrangement of facets across the surface, allowing for a dazzling reflection and a lively play of color. As light encounters each polished surface, it leaps up in a symphony of luminosity, capturing attention with every glance, much like the stirring narratives embedded in the cultural history of its homeland.

In the realm of gemstones, color is as enchanting as clarity. The deep, dark intensity of this red garnet evokes a tale of passion and enduring love, reminiscent of an ancient Sri Lankan legend. It is said that the royalty of old Ceylon gifted red garnets to their beloveds as tokens of fidelity and warmth. Each stone carried forth wishes for a future marked by prosperity and protection. This particular gem, with its tantalizing depth and luster, seems to carry remnants of such romantic legacies, providing a tangible witness to its vibrant past, one that is suited for connoisseurs and romantics alike.

The garnet’s provenance from Ceylon further differentiates it, a touchstone to a region celebrated for its exceptional gem-producing heritage. With our organization’s commitment to responsible sourcing, The Natural Gemstone Company ensures that this piece not only preserves a connection to the earth but also respects the principles of sustainable extraction. This alignment with ethical practices reinforces the attributes of this gemstone, its story emblazoned with a legacy that is as much about giving back to nature as it is about achieving aesthetic perfection.

Such a gemstone as this 2.38 carat wonder is not merely an adornment. At The Natural Gemstone Company, we believe it is a statement, an heirloom of deep emotion and a celebration of skilled craftsmanship. Its combination of quality, origin, and artisan precision yearns for a future as captivating as its past. Whether set in a treasured piece of jewelry or kept as a valued collection item, this red garnet will continue its journey, steadfast and unyielding, much like the love stories that have breathed life into its very existence.