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1.76 Ct. Reddish Orange Hessonite Garnet from Madagascar
This loose stone ships by Jul 6
Item ID: | K26409 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 7.52 Width: 5.55 Height: 4.49 |
Weight: | 1.76 Ct. |
Color: help | Reddish Orange |
Color intensity: help | Vivid |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Cushion |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Madagascar |
Per carat price: help | $182 |
This 1.76 carat cushion shape hessonite garnet from Madagascar offered by The Natural Gemstone Company presents a textbook example of why well graded natural gemstones remain prized by informed collectors. The stone measures 7.52 by 5.55 by 4.49 mm and has a mixed brilliant cut that is optimized to balance scintillation and depth of color. Clarity is recorded as very slightly included evaluated at eye level, which means that inclusions are minimal and do not detract from face up appearance or light performance for most settings. The polish is excellent, and there has been no enhancement, so the vivid reddish orange color you see is entirely natural and stable. For an educated buyer, these combined attributes indicate a responsibly sourced, well finished gem whose natural color and lack of treatment contribute measurably to market value.
Color is the principal asset of this hessonite, and its vivid intensity ensures that it will stand out in any jewelry setting. The reddish orange hue is unusually lively, and the mixed brilliant facets act to return light in a way that emphasizes both depth and fire. In a solitaire ring the cushion outline will read classic and bold, while in a pendant or halo design the gem will provide a warm focal point that contrasts beautifully with both white and yellow metals. The modest size and strong color allow for versatile design choices, and the cushion cut proportions are ideal for maximizing face up color while maintaining good durability for daily wear. The lack of enhancement adds further assurance of long term color stability, an important consideration for collectors and designers who favor authentic natural material.
From a gemological perspective, hessonite garnet is appreciated for its robust color and natural clarity profile. The Madagascar origin is noted for producing specimens with intense hues and clean appearance, and the documentation from The Natural Gemstone Company supports confident acquisition. For buyers who value transparency in sourcing and genuine, untreated color, this stone represents an excellent opportunity to obtain a distinctive and wearable gem that will capture attention in both contemporary and traditional settings.
