0.77 Ct. Rhodolite Garnet from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This 0.77 carat cushion shape purplish pink rhodolite garnet from Ceylon is a small treasure with precise dimensions of 6.87 x 4.59 x 2.69 mm, a mixed brilliant cut, a clarity grade described as very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, medium intense color intensity, and an excellent polish, and it arrives to you exactly as nature intended with no enhancement. Sourced from Sri Lanka, a land with centuries of gem lore and artisanal mining traditions, this stone began its journey in warm alluvial gravels where light and time coaxed its chromium and iron content to give it that intoxicating purplish pink hue. At the moment it was lifted from the soil the rough showed promise, and careful selection at source by our trusted partners ensured that only material worthy of a fine mixed brilliant cut moved forward. The Natural Gemstone Company is proud to offer this gem with full transparency about its origin and treatment history, so what you see is a genuine, untreated rhodolite that carries both geological pedigree and the human hands that guided it from earth to gem.

The cutting of this gem tells the next chapter in its story, where skill and intention transform rough potential into a gem that sings with light. The cushion shape gives a nod to classical aesthetics with soft rounded corners and a face that invites close inspection, while the mixed brilliant cut balances scintillation and depth by combining brilliant facets on the crown with step and pavilion elements below. This approach yields flashes of fiery pink and cooler violet tones as you move the stone, a characteristic interplay that makes rhodolite so compelling. The excellent polish that finished the stone allows each facet to act like a tiny mirror, maximizing return of light and making the medium intense color appear lively and seductive under both daylight and warm evening lighting. With a clarity grade of very very slightly included at eye level the gem reads clean to the naked eye, giving confidence to a wearer that this piece will sparkle freely without distraction, and its modest 0.77 carat weight makes it versatile enough for a refined solitaire or a sophisticated cluster setting.

Beyond beauty, this rhodolite garnet has the attributes that let it become a true family heirloom, a jewel to be passed with stories from one generation to the next. Garnets like this one are robust enough for regular wear with a Mohs hardness that supports daily enjoyment while resisting the kind of surface wear that quickly dulls softer stones. The fact that this stone has no enhancement means its color is naturally stable and not dependent on treatments that could age unpredictably, and its Ceylon origin adds historical and cultural resonance because Sri Lanka has long been celebrated for producing gems with lively color and trustworthy provenance. Imagine this gem set into a ring for an engagement, then reshaped as a pendant or brooch for an anniversary, each remounted form carrying the narrative of births, weddings, and quiet family moments. A well cared for rhodolite of this quality will keep its visual integrity and connection to family history, becoming a physical memory that outlives fashions and trends.

To ensure this gem begins its life as a true heirloom, The Natural Gemstone Company offers guidance and services that protect both its beauty and story. We recommend classic settings that cradle the cushion shape while exposing the crown to light, such as four prong or bezel options with an elevated gallery to allow light to enter the pavilion, and we can work with you to design a bespoke setting that reflects a family motif or engraving to anchor personal history to the gem. We provide full documentation of origin cut and condition so future generations will know where the stone came from and how it was prepared, and we offer lifetime advice on care simple steps such as gentle cleaning with warm water and mild soap avoiding harsh chemicals and storing separately to prevent scratches will keep the polish and brilliance intact. For those who seek continuity we also offer periodic inspection and repolishing services to address any minor surface wear, and we are available to discuss remounting options as tastes evolve so the piece remains wearable and relevant across decades. When you choose this purplish pink rhodolite garnet through The Natural Gemstone Company you are not only acquiring a stunning gem, you are embracing a narrative of place craft and care that can anchor a family story for generations.