2.77 Ct. Garnet from Tanzania

Garnets have been cherished since antiquity, worn by Roman soldiers as protective talismans and set into crowns and signet rings of medieval nobility, and this cushion shaped purplish red garnet captures that same quiet dignity and timeless appeal. Its mixed brilliant cut brings a modern precision to an age old gem, allowing light to play through the pavilion and crown with a balance of fire and depth that complements the stone’s rich hue. At 2.77 carats and measuring 9.43 x 6.76 x 5.15 mm, this transparent garnet carries an heirloom presence that reads like history made tangible, a jewel meant to be passed down and appreciated generation after generation. The clarity is described as very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, and the excellent polish ensures a surface finish that reflects light cleanly, preserving the classic character of garnet while offering the brilliance more commonly associated with fine faceting traditions.

What makes this stone exceptionally rare is the combination of size and color, a purplish red saturation that sits apart from the more common deep brownish or purely red garnets seen on the market. Garnets of this particular intense color and excellent transparency are infrequently found at nearly three carats, and the result is a gem that stands out whether set as the centerpiece of a bespoke ring or suspended in a pendant designed to echo centuries of elegance. Heat treated to enhance stability and color, and originating from Tanzania, this gem exemplifies the best of both natural allure and considered enhancement, offering collectors and designers a stone that is both authentic and reliable. The Natural Gemstone Company presents this garnet as a rare opportunity to own a piece that bridges ancient tradition and contemporary craftsmanship, a treasure that speaks to connoisseurs who value legacy, provenance, and the subtle rarity of a color and carat weight seldom encountered together.