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3.35 Ct. Garnet from Tanzania
This loose stone ships by Jan 17
Item ID: | K19434 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 9.39 Width: 6.38 Height: 5.97 |
Weight: | 3.35 Ct. |
Color: help | Purplish Pink |
Color intensity: help | Intense |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Emerald Cut |
Cut: | Emerald Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Tanzania |
Per carat price: help | $500 |
A singular opportunity awaits the discerning collector and connoisseur in this transparent purplish pink garnet, a pristine example of natural beauty and rarity that we are proud to present at The Natural Gemstone Company. This 3.35 carat gemstone carries dimensions of 9.39 by 6.38 by 5.97 millimeters, expertly fashioned into an elegant emerald cut that emphasizes clean geometric lines, broad step facets, and a deep table that allows the intense color to bloom with controlled brilliance. The hue is a compelling purplish pink that dances between regal magenta and refined rose under varied light, an alluring balance that is rarely found in stones of this clarity and weight. Evaluated at eye level as very slightly included, the clarity presents minimal internal features that do not distract from the gems visual impact, while an excellent polish delivers mirror like facet surfaces that enhance both brilliance and depth. Importantly, this garnet is entirely natural, without enhancement, a status that elevates its desirability for collectors and jewelry artists who value authenticity above all. Originating from Tanzania, a source celebrated for producing richly colored garnets with strong crystal integrity, this stone is a testament to the exceptional specimens that emerge from that region, yet its specific combination of color intensity, size, cut quality, and untreated provenance places it in a very limited class reserved for an elite few.
From an investment perspective, this purplish pink garnet stands as a compelling asset for those seeking tangible pieces with strong potential for future appreciation. Fine colored gemstones have historically demonstrated resilience and long term growth, particularly when they present a rare color, robust saturation, and an absence of enhancement, attributes that differentiate them from mass produced alternatives and appeal to serious collectors and upscale designers. The 3.35 carat weight is significant for a purplish pink garnet with such intense color, because larger sizes with even tone and minimal inclusions are uncommon, creating a supply constraint that supports upward pressure on value over time. The emerald cut enhances marketability, because it is a timeless, highly wearable shape that translates smoothly into high end jewelry and bespoke commissions, broadening the pool of potential buyers beyond strict collectors to include clients seeking investment grade wearable art. The Tanzanian origin adds provenance value, as buyers increasingly prize documented sources from respected mining regions, and the fact that this gem is unenhanced means that future markets will judge it on natural rarity rather than on treatment dependent appeal. When combined with record keeping, formal appraisal, and the provenance documentation that The Natural Gemstone Company provides, owners can position this garnet for sustained appreciation, particularly as global demand for distinct, colored gemstones continues to grow while top quality supply remains finite.
Owning this stone places you among a select group who understand that true rarity is measured not just by scarcity, but by the harmonious convergence of color, clarity, cut, weight, and natural state, attributes that this purplish pink garnet embodies. For the client seeking a one of a kind center stone for a bespoke commission, this gem offers unrivaled presence and character, promising to become the focal point of a signature ring, pendant, or heirloom piece that will be treasured across generations. For the investor building a diversified tangible asset portfolio, this garnet represents a strategic holding, one that is easy to insure, simple to store, and attractive to an international market of collectors and high end jewelers who prize untreated material. The Natural Gemstone Company stands ready to support your acquisition with full documentation, condition reporting, and guidance on custom mounting options that maximize both aesthetic impact and long term value. Availability of stones with this combination of qualities is inherently limited, and once integrated into a private collection or commissioned into a bespoke piece, true opportunities like this rarely return to the market. For those who view gemstones as a union of beauty and asset class, this purplish pink garnet is an invitation to join an elite circle of owners who hold not only a gem of extraordinary visual appeal, but a piece with meaningful potential for appreciation and enduring legacy.
























