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2.82 Ct. Purplish Pink Garnet from Tanzania
This loose stone ships by Nov 4
Item ID: | K31539 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 8.22 Width: 7.2 Height: 5.31 |
Weight: | 2.82 Ct. |
Color: help | Purplish Pink |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Cushion |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Tanzania |
Per carat price: help | $200 |
From the sun warmed soils of Tanzania, this garnet began its life buried among ancient rocks, cradled by mineral rich veins until a miner spotted its subtle glow, a small promise of color waiting to be revealed. Handled with care by local cutters who read the stone like a map, the rough was studied to honor its natural strengths and color zones before being shaped into a cushion form. At The Natural Gemstone Company we celebrate that journey from earth to gem, and this purplish pink garnet carries the fingerprint of that process, every facet telling the story of careful extraction, thoughtful cutting, and respectful finishing.
Now presented as a transparent 2.82 carat cushion shape purplish pink garnet, the gem measures 8.22 by 7.20 by 5.31 millimeters, and is faceted with a mixed brilliant cut that balances scintillation and depth, maximizing its intense color intensity and lively sparkle. Its clarity grade is very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means the stone reads clean and vibrant to the viewer while retaining the natural character that collectors and wearers cherish. The polish is excellent, the finish precise and reflective, and there has been no enhancement to alter its natural beauty, a quality we at The Natural Gemstone Company proudly present for those who value authenticity.
Beyond its beauty this garnet is well suited for daily wear, its position within the garnet family giving it a resilience and sturdiness that withstands the rhythms of everyday life. With a typical Mohs hardness around seven for many garnet varieties, this gem resists scratches and retains its polish in rings, pendants, and bracelets when set thoughtfully, and its lack of treatment means it is stable under normal cleaning methods. To preserve its lively hue avoid sharp blows and prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals, and clean gently with mild soap and a soft brush. Worn, this stone will carry its Tanzanian origin and the hands that shaped it into every day with you, a small story of earth and craft ready to become part of your own.
