10.48 Ct. Hessonite Garnet from Madagascar

A single ember of the earth, a round hessonite garnet that holds sunsets inside its facets, this gem arrives as a transparent, orangish red heart weighing 10.48 carats. Its dimensions of 13.60 x 13.59 x 7.76 mm give it a presence that balances grace and boldness, while a mixed brilliant cut sings with internal fire, scattering warm flashes of cinnamon, ember and honey at every turn. Evaluated at eye level the clarity is very very slightly included, allowing tiny character marks to whisper of origin rather than distract from brilliance, and an excellent polish completes the effect, every surface catching light like a memory. Unenhanced and honest, this hessonite garnet comes from Madagascar, a place of rugged beauty and deep mineral stories, and it arrives with vivid color intensity that needs no artifice to be beloved.

At The Natural Gemstone Company we believe that treasures should be earned by the earth and received with respect, and this garnet is chosen with that belief in mind. Sourced from responsibly managed pockets in Madagascar, it represents our commitment to traceability, to partnerships with local communities and to mindful practices that seek to preserve landscapes and livelihoods. There is care in the chain from miner to cutter, and there is pride in offering a stone that carries no enhancements, no false promises, only the honest warmth of its natural hue. For the conscious collector who seeks pieces that resonate with intention, this stone offers both beauty and ethical assurance, a companion for meaningful designs, from an intimate engagement ring to a cherished pendant meant to be passed down through generations.

Imagine this garnet set in warm gold or refined platinum, a central note in a poem of jewelry that honors love, memory and mindful taste, a piece that will age with stories rather than lose them. It is the kind of gem that asks to be worn during simple evenings and grand ceremonies alike, an ember against the skin that reminds the wearer of careful choices and lasting radiance. If you wish to hold this Madagascar hessonite in your hand, to see how its fire moves with your life, The Natural Gemstone Company stands ready to guide you, offering detailed images, ethical provenance information and bespoke setting advice, so that your next heirloom can be beautiful, true and responsibly chosen.