2.73 Ct. Garnet from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This pear shaped garnet weighs 2.73 carats, and measures 10.97 by 6.91 by 4.97 millimeters, yielding a proportional depth of approximately 56 percent, a profile that balances face up spread with internal light return. The cutter employed a mixed brilliant schema, combining a brilliant style crown with a pavilion designed to maximize scintillation while preserving color saturation. Crown facets are proportioned to produce strong table reflections and precise star facets, while pavilion facets are oriented to reduce windowing and channel light back through the medium intense pinkish purple body color. Clarity is graded eye clean at typical viewing distance, indicating the absence of inclusions that would affect performance without magnification. The polish is excellent throughout, with smooth facet junctions and a well executed girdle that supports secure setting. This specimen is completely natural, with no enhancements, and is documented as originating from Ceylon Sri Lanka, a source known for producing finely colored garnets with stable, natural tones.

Rarity in both size and color distinguishes this stone from the more common garnet market, where pinkish purple hues at this scale are uncommon. Garnets that show a true blend toward purple with a pink overtone are infrequent in sizes above two carats, and most comparable material is either smaller or more strongly biased toward red or violet. The combination of medium intense saturation, clean eye clarity, and a 2.73 carat weight places this gem in a narrow percentile of available material, making it desirable for collectors and designers seeking a standout center stone without the compromises of stabilization or color treatment. The mixed brilliant cut enhances the perceived depth of color while maintaining lively dispersion, an important factor when setting in white or yellow metal to either contrast or harmonize with the pinkish purple hue. For precision set jewelry, the pear outline and measured depth allow for secure prong or bezel options with minimal pavilion alteration, preserving both weight and optical performance. Offered by The Natural Gemstone Company, this pear shaped pinkish purple garnet is presented as an unenhanced, high polish example of rare hue and size, suitable for connoisseurs who prioritize natural origin, cutting integrity, and an uncommon color profile.