2.32 Ct. Hessonite Garnet from Madagascar

This exceptional cushion shape hessonite garnet from Madagascar is a rare offering from The Natural Gemstone Company, a gem of discreet power and refined character that speaks to collectors and connoisseurs who seek pieces of true distinction. We present a transparent 2.32 carat hessonite garnet, with precise dimensions of 8.58 by 6.77 by 4.91 mm, cut in a mixed brilliant style to balance scintillation and depth. The gem displays a vivid orangish red hue that glows from within, a clarity graded as slightly included when viewed at eye level that adds personality rather than diminishes beauty, an excellent polish that allows light to travel cleanly through each facet, and no enhancement, a guarantee that its color and luster are wholly natural. Origin is Madagascar, a source known for hessonite specimens with rich, warm tones that are increasingly difficult to find in this combination of size, color intensity, and untreated integrity. Owning this gem is an invitation to join an exclusive circle of collectors who value provenance, natural beauty, and the quiet confidence of an unenhanced treasure.

Under direct light the stone unfurls a layered warmth, the orangish red center blending with copper and amber flashes as the mixed brilliant cut alternates broad flashes with lively pinpoints of light. The cushion outline gives a noble presence on the finger or pendant, a silhouette classic enough to feel timeless yet contemporary in its proportion and faceting. Slight inclusions are visible only at close inspection, they sit like signatures of the earth, adding character and a story you can trace back to Madagascar. The excellent polish amplifies the gem's ability to return light to the eye, so when set in a ring the stone will appear to breathe with color as it moves, a living ember that responds to ambient light. For those commissioning a showpiece, this garnet delivers both intimacy and spectacle, a stone that reads as intimate by candlelight and commanding in daylight, with a depth of tone that does not rely on enhancement to achieve presence.

For a custom creation that elevates this hessonite to its fullest potential, consider settings and companions that play to its warm palette and natural clarity. A narrow halo of small champagne or cognac diamonds will amplify the warmth while maintaining an elegant, understated profile, and a subtle shadow of rose gold will deepen the garnet's red and orange facets, embracing its glow. For dramatic contrast, pair this orangish red hessonite with deep forest green tsavorite garnets or a pair of petite emeralds set on either side, the cool green creating a striking complementary conversation that highlights the garnet's warmth. If a more luminous, modern aesthetic is desired, a frame of icy white diamonds set in platinum or white gold will make the lively mixed brilliant facets sing, adding crisp brilliance without muting color. Consider side stones in warm yellow sapphires or soft pink sapphires for a tonal gradient that feels luxurious and bespoke. For an heirloom approach, a three stone ring with tapered baguette diamonds will lend architectural grace, while a simple four prong solitaire in high polished gold will present the gem as a private treasure. Each combination will shift perception slightly, creating either contrast, harmony, or accent, and our design team will help you visualize how metals, shapes, and accent stones will interact with the stone from every angle.

Pieces of this caliber and natural integrity are limited, and The Natural Gemstone Company curates each selection with care, so this 2.32 carat Madagascan hessonite garnet represents a rare chance to own an unenhanced, vividly colored gem that will remain a conversation center for generations. We extend an invitation to discerning clients who wish to commission a bespoke setting, to explore metal choices, halo sizes, and accent stones that reflect individual taste and lifestyle. Our private consultation will walk you through mockups and metal samples, we will provide secure photography and measurements, and we will offer recommendations on mount style that protect the pavilion while showcasing the cushion outline and mixed brilliant play. For collectors who prefer solitary magnificence, a minimal bezel or delicate prong setting will let the garnet stand alone, for those who seek drama, a halo or fluted gallery will magnify impact. This gem is not mass market, it is a single, natural offering that will not be easily replaced, and for those who claim it, it becomes part of a select narrative, a jewel that announces refined taste without ostentation. Contact The Natural Gemstone Company to arrange a private viewing, and allow us to translate this stone into a custom creation worthy of its singular beauty.