1.36 Ct. Malaya Garnet from Tanzania

One transparent orange Malaya garnet, weight 1.36 carats, oval shape, with dimensions 7.49 by 5.46 by 3.94 millimeters, presents a remarkable combination of natural color and precise cutting. The gem displays an intense color intensity evenly distributed across the face up view, and the hue ranges from vivid orange to subtle orange with slight undertones that deepen in incandescent lighting. The gem has been cut in a mixed brilliant style, which combines a faceted crown designed for optimal light entry with a pavilion that emphasizes return and scintillation, and the overall polish is graded excellent. Clarity is described as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, indicating that inclusions are minimal and do not detract from the stone’s transparency or visual impact. No enhancement has been applied, and the origin is Tanzania, a region known for producing Malaya garnets with distinctively warm and vibrant hues, as presented by The Natural Gemstone Company.

The mixed brilliant cut on this Malaya garnet is executed to maximize brilliance and fire while retaining an elegant oval silhouette that suits a wide range of jewelry settings. The arrangement of crown facets allows light to enter the stone and disperse into flashes of color, while the pavilion facet structure returns light efficiently to the observer, creating strong face up brightness and lively scintillation. The oval outline contributes to perceived size and elegance, and the careful balance between table size and crown depth enhances the intensity of the orange tone without sacrificing brightness. Under natural daylight the stone presents a bright and lively appearance with warm orange flashes, and under warmer artificial lighting it exhibits a richer, more saturated presentation that emphasizes the stone’s depth and internal fire. The precision of the cut, combined with the mixed brilliant facet pattern, makes this garnet a compelling centerpiece for a collection that values optical performance as well as natural color.

Clarity and surface finish further support the gem’s suitability as a focal piece in fine jewelry. The very very slightly included clarity grade when assessed at eye level means that inclusions are subtle, contributing little to no obstruction of light paths, and are typically only detectable to a trained eye under close scrutiny. The excellent polish ensures smooth facet junctions and minimal surface disturbance, which preserves the stone’s ability to deliver crisp facet reflection and clean contrast between flashes of brilliance. As a member of the garnet family, this Malaya garnet benefits from a practical balance of beauty and durability, with a Mohs hardness in the general range of seven to seven and a half, making it appropriate for rings, pendants, and earrings when set with care. For rings intended for daily wear, consideration of protective settings such as secure prongs or a low bezel can help maintain the stone’s finish and integrity while showcasing its exceptional cut and color.

Provenance and treatment status are important to discerning buyers, and this piece’s Tanzanian origin and lack of enhancement provide clarity regarding its natural state and geological background. Malaya garnets with intense orange tones are comparatively rare within the broader garnet spectrum, and this specimen offers a harmonious blend of rarity and gemological quality. Designers and collectors will note that the warm orange color pairs effectively with yellow gold to amplify the stone’s heat, while rose gold offers a contemporary complement and white gold or platinum settings provide a crisp contrast that highlights brilliance and fire. For reference the technical specifications are as follows, weight 1.36 carats, shape oval, dimensions 7.49 by 5.46 by 3.94 millimeters, cut mixed brilliant, clarity very very slightly included at eye level, color intensity intense, polish excellent, enhancement none, origin Tanzania, available through The Natural Gemstone Company.